For the 4.7L V8 Vantage, the tire sizes you’ve mentioned (235/40 R19 front and 275/35 R19 rear) are the standard factory staggered fitment for the 19-inch wheels. Finding winter tires in these specific dimensions can be tricky because the rear size is less common for winter compounds.

Recommended Winter Tires

Since the Vantage is a rear-wheel-drive car with significant torque, you want a “Performance Winter” tire that retains high-speed stability while providing cold-weather grip.

• Pirelli Winter Sottozero Serie II (AM9):

  • This is the official Aston Martin homologated (AM9 marked) winter tire.

  • It is specifically engineered for the Vantage’s weight distribution and suspension geometry. If you want the factory-intended driving feel in the cold, this is the top choice.

• Michelin Pilot Alpin 5:

  • Generally considered the benchmark for performance winter tires.

  • Excellent “dry cold” performance, meaning the car won’t feel “squishy” or vague when the roads are clear but freezing.

• Continental WinterContact TS 860 S:

  • A strong alternative if the Pirellis are out of stock. It offers excellent braking on wet and icy tarmac.

Wheel (Rim) Specifications

If you are looking for a dedicated set of winter rims, ensure they match the following technical specs for the 4.7L Vantage:

Pro Tip: Many owners prefer to buy a second set of OEM “7-Spoke” or “V-Spoke” 19-inch wheels for winter use, as the offsets on aftermarket wheels often require spacers or don’t clear the front brake calipers correctly.

Important Winter Notes

• Speed Rating: Winter tires often have a lower speed rating (e.g., ‘W’ or ‘V’) than your summer tires (typically ‘Y’). Remember this if you’re hitting the Autobahn.

• TPMS: If your Vantage has a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (standard on later 4.7L models), you will need to install 433MHz sensors in the new winter rims so the car doesn’t throw a dashboard error.