Aston to use AMG Engines - Good or Bad???

http://www.pistonheads.com/news/default.asp?storyId=28156

IMO opinion this is very bad news as its another example of Bean Counters winning over the heart of a brand.

Astons have long been not great to drive and a fair bit slower than their competitiors.

But its the looks and the noise they make (thier own engines) that set them apart from the competition.

They probably need to completely redesign their engine range to keep up with the modern technology and some accountant has said its more cost effective to just buy the engines in from AMG.

Yes it will make the cars better but it will be interesting to see if they retain what makes them special.

I agree it's a bit of a shame with their heritage that they're going down that route, but in saying that AMG build some of the finest engines known to man. If they're good enough for Pagani...