I've always admired Astons because they place a priority on style and refinement, rather than absolute speed. AMG has always had faster vehicles, but nothing drops jaws like seeing a Vanquish in the flesh. The newest one is simply ASTOUNDING.

I'm quickly losing my love affair with the "speed" side of things, and gaining an appreciation for the other intangibles a car has to offer. I'd willingly sacrifice a tenth here, and a second there, if the overall driving experience is more involved and pleasurable.