When Lamborghini's next-gen Gallardo LP 560-4 Spyder convertible burst onto the scenes earlier this year, the sporty two seat exotic impressed all who witnessed: it had a better albeit part-exterior from the million-dollar Lamborghini Reventon, output an additional 40 hp, and is lighter. Yes, it is a major challenger in the world of super cars.
So dropping the top on the latest Gallardo is the order of the day in the growth of the LP 560-4. With a tad-bit higher shoulders in order to support the soft drop top, the Spyder's fabric roof (which comes ion black, blue, gray or beige) is controlled by dual console-mounted switches. The car's sleek lines are well-designed while the top is on, and if you want it down, it is just a mere 20 seconds to feel the rays from the sun. Obviously, the major excitement is the exquisite growl of the 5.2 liter V10. The process of putting the top-down means the necessary rear windscreen will open. As you are motoring in the wind, the rear windscreen can be lowered or raised to be used as a wind deflector.
The ground-up modifications which support the soft top include a recalibrated spring and shock rates for more stiffness, and the inclusion of new rubber-metal bearings. The rear axle has a track rod, and Lamborghini states that the Spyder has the exact handling traits as the closed coupe version (although it's 44 pounds less than the ragtop). The aerodynamic underbody helps in structural rigidity, and the aluminum space-frame chassis has also been reinforced. The Gallardo spyder convertible gallops Zero to 60 mph in 4 seconds flat, a few tenths lighter than the coupe, and the top speed is 201 mph. The hardtop version came in at 202 mph.
The standard speed-demon features on Lambo's such as carbon fiber ceramic brakes are available on the ragtop version, but speed thirsty motorists should be comfortable by the fact that the Spyder has two spring-loaded rollover bars in the rear of the seats.
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Thursday, March 31, 2011
Sunday, March 27, 2011
The History Of Lamborghini Cars
Automobili-Lamborghini SpA, commonly known as Lamborghini is an Italian car maker. The company was founded by Ferruccio Lamborghini in 1963, with the aim to produce a grand tour car that can compete with established offerings from marques such as Ferrari.
Company's first model was released in mid 1960, and recorded for repairs, power, and comfort. Lamborghini gets a lot of praise in 1966. After several decades, the company hit hard times in the mid-1970s, as sales plummeted because of the world monetary crisis of 1973 and the oil crisis. After passing through bankruptcy and three times the change in ownership, Lamborghini is a subsidiary of Chrysler Corporation in 1987.
U.S. firm failed to return the car to profitability and sell it to the Indonesian side in 1994. Lack of success Lamborghini continued until the 1990's, until the company was sold in 1998 to Audi, a subsidiary of Volkswagen Group, a German automotive company. Audi Ownership marks the beginning of a period of stability and increased productivity for the Lamborghini, with sales increased nearly tenfold during the 2000s, culminating in record sales in 2007 and 2008. world monetary crisis in the late 2000s had a negative impact on luxury car makers around the world, and saw sales fall Lamborghini return to the pre-2006.
Company's first model was released in mid 1960, and recorded for repairs, power, and comfort. Lamborghini gets a lot of praise in 1966. After several decades, the company hit hard times in the mid-1970s, as sales plummeted because of the world monetary crisis of 1973 and the oil crisis. After passing through bankruptcy and three times the change in ownership, Lamborghini is a subsidiary of Chrysler Corporation in 1987.
U.S. firm failed to return the car to profitability and sell it to the Indonesian side in 1994. Lack of success Lamborghini continued until the 1990's, until the company was sold in 1998 to Audi, a subsidiary of Volkswagen Group, a German automotive company. Audi Ownership marks the beginning of a period of stability and increased productivity for the Lamborghini, with sales increased nearly tenfold during the 2000s, culminating in record sales in 2007 and 2008. world monetary crisis in the late 2000s had a negative impact on luxury car makers around the world, and saw sales fall Lamborghini return to the pre-2006.
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Monday, March 21, 2011
World's Most Expensive Cars Lamborghini Miura
A car Lamborghini Miura P400 SV prototype was auctioned in Amelia Island, Florida and generate a record for the highest price in the world of the Lamborghini Miura.
Car alerts auctioned in 1971 it sold up to U.S. $ 1.705 million or approximately USD 15 billion on March 11, 2011 last. That is the most expensive price of the Lamborghini Miura today.
As reported by topspeed on Monday (3/21/2011) prototype of the Lamborghini Miura P400 SV version (Spinto Veloce) is reinforced by the strong chassis and suspension design that is very charming in his era.
In the body of this Italian car saved a ferocious V12 engine that can generate power to 415 hp. These results are obtained thanks to the marriage between the V12 engine had with a 5 speed manual transmission.
In addition to producing power of BESA, the marriage had also produced an amazing speed.
For the Lamborghini Miura P400 SV prototype accelerates from rest to 100 km per hour in just 6.5 seconds and can run at top speed to 300 km per hour. An ability that scary at the time.
During his life, just gave birth to the Lamborghini Miura P400 SV in limited numbers with only 150 units only.
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Car alerts auctioned in 1971 it sold up to U.S. $ 1.705 million or approximately USD 15 billion on March 11, 2011 last. That is the most expensive price of the Lamborghini Miura today.
As reported by topspeed on Monday (3/21/2011) prototype of the Lamborghini Miura P400 SV version (Spinto Veloce) is reinforced by the strong chassis and suspension design that is very charming in his era.
In the body of this Italian car saved a ferocious V12 engine that can generate power to 415 hp. These results are obtained thanks to the marriage between the V12 engine had with a 5 speed manual transmission.
In addition to producing power of BESA, the marriage had also produced an amazing speed.
For the Lamborghini Miura P400 SV prototype accelerates from rest to 100 km per hour in just 6.5 seconds and can run at top speed to 300 km per hour. An ability that scary at the time.
During his life, just gave birth to the Lamborghini Miura P400 SV in limited numbers with only 150 units only.
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The Lamborghini Collection
About Lamborghini
Automobili-Lamborghini SpA, commonly known as Lamborghini is an Italian car maker. The company was founded by Ferruccio Lamborghini in 1963, with the aim to produce a grand tour car that can compete with established offerings from marques such as Ferrari.
Company's first model was released in mid 1960, and recorded for repairs, power, and comfort. Lamborghini gets a lot of praise in 1966. After several decades, the company hit hard times in the mid-1970s, as sales plummeted because of the world monetary crisis of 1973 and the oil crisis. After passing through bankruptcy and three times the change in ownership, Lamborghini is a subsidiary of Chrysler Corporation in 1987. U.S. firm failed to return the car to profitability and sell it to the Indonesian side in 1994.
Lack of success Lamborghini continued until the 1990's, until the company was sold in 1998 to Audi, a subsidiary of Volkswagen Group, a German automotive company. Audi Ownership marks the beginning of a period of stability and increased productivity for the Lamborghini, with sales increased nearly tenfold during the 2000s, culminating in record sales in 2007 and 2008. world monetary crisis in the late 2000s had a negative impact on luxury car makers around the world, and saw sales fall Lamborghini return to the pre-2006.
2010 Lamborghini Concept Sesto Elemento
Lamborghini Concept Sesto Elemento first time rill introduced at the Paris Motor Show 2010. This car is usually known as Lamborghini's Sixth Element: Carbon. The new car is very surprising for automotive enthusiasts. Sports car is very futuristic.
This car uses the engine from the Lamborghini Gallardo LP-570. Using the 2.5-liter V10 provides the power of simple and stylish 570 HP 398 lb-ft of torque.
Strength weight ratio of this car is equal to 1.75 kg / hp, which can result in acceleration from 0 to 100 kilometers / h in 2.5 seconds. Maximum speed of this car is estimated to exceed 300 kilometers / hour.
2012 Lamborghini Jota Murcielago
Lamborghini super car class fame makes news awaited by many lovers of cars including sports car lovers. As one of the luxury cars and the fastest in the world, Lamborghini is offering their latest innovations to market a 2012 Lamborghini Jota. This car has been tested on snowy roads like the picture to find out the speed and of course the world will welcome the arrival of this car with enthusiasm.
2012 Lamborghini Jota came to market in the same size with the Lamborghini Murcielago. However, this car hit the automotive world with a lighter and lower than the range-Topper Lambo last issued. What can you find in new cars from Lamborghini is so amazing? You will enjoy exceptional ability in the form of engine power that can produce about 700 horsepower HP. Lighter cars bring the best chance to present the remarkable power output. Lamborghini is expected to be real and viable as a choice of exotic car enthusiasts around the world.
2012 Lamborghini Jota equipped with a new aluminum space frame to replace the previous steel frame tube. Spending money to buy this car is not too be a big problem, especially for automotive connoisseurs the world. This is a brilliant idea for a loved one's birthday as well. It is great, sophisticated, impressive and really the best option. What about you?
Automobili-Lamborghini SpA, commonly known as Lamborghini is an Italian car maker. The company was founded by Ferruccio Lamborghini in 1963, with the aim to produce a grand tour car that can compete with established offerings from marques such as Ferrari.
Company's first model was released in mid 1960, and recorded for repairs, power, and comfort. Lamborghini gets a lot of praise in 1966. After several decades, the company hit hard times in the mid-1970s, as sales plummeted because of the world monetary crisis of 1973 and the oil crisis. After passing through bankruptcy and three times the change in ownership, Lamborghini is a subsidiary of Chrysler Corporation in 1987. U.S. firm failed to return the car to profitability and sell it to the Indonesian side in 1994.
Lack of success Lamborghini continued until the 1990's, until the company was sold in 1998 to Audi, a subsidiary of Volkswagen Group, a German automotive company. Audi Ownership marks the beginning of a period of stability and increased productivity for the Lamborghini, with sales increased nearly tenfold during the 2000s, culminating in record sales in 2007 and 2008. world monetary crisis in the late 2000s had a negative impact on luxury car makers around the world, and saw sales fall Lamborghini return to the pre-2006.
2010 Lamborghini Concept Sesto Elemento
Lamborghini Concept Sesto Elemento first time rill introduced at the Paris Motor Show 2010. This car is usually known as Lamborghini's Sixth Element: Carbon. The new car is very surprising for automotive enthusiasts. Sports car is very futuristic.
This car uses the engine from the Lamborghini Gallardo LP-570. Using the 2.5-liter V10 provides the power of simple and stylish 570 HP 398 lb-ft of torque.
Strength weight ratio of this car is equal to 1.75 kg / hp, which can result in acceleration from 0 to 100 kilometers / h in 2.5 seconds. Maximum speed of this car is estimated to exceed 300 kilometers / hour.
2012 Lamborghini Jota Murcielago
Lamborghini super car class fame makes news awaited by many lovers of cars including sports car lovers. As one of the luxury cars and the fastest in the world, Lamborghini is offering their latest innovations to market a 2012 Lamborghini Jota. This car has been tested on snowy roads like the picture to find out the speed and of course the world will welcome the arrival of this car with enthusiasm.
2012 Lamborghini Jota came to market in the same size with the Lamborghini Murcielago. However, this car hit the automotive world with a lighter and lower than the range-Topper Lambo last issued. What can you find in new cars from Lamborghini is so amazing? You will enjoy exceptional ability in the form of engine power that can produce about 700 horsepower HP. Lighter cars bring the best chance to present the remarkable power output. Lamborghini is expected to be real and viable as a choice of exotic car enthusiasts around the world.
2012 Lamborghini Jota equipped with a new aluminum space frame to replace the previous steel frame tube. Spending money to buy this car is not too be a big problem, especially for automotive connoisseurs the world. This is a brilliant idea for a loved one's birthday as well. It is great, sophisticated, impressive and really the best option. What about you?
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Lamborghini Reventon








he essence of the marque: just 20 examples of a design masterpiece
Clearly a Lamborghini, but nothing quite like it. A super car without equals: the Lamborghini Reventón is a road vehicle with an extreme specification and, at the same time, a limited edition masterpiece – a coherent style, angular with sharp lines, inspired by the very latest aeronautics.With just 20 produced, each 1 Million Euro (without taxes) Lamborghini Reventón is a symbol of extreme exclusivity, yet still offering the extraordinary performance that makes the Reventón so unrivalled: under the completely autonomous design, the Reventón possesses the entire technical and dynamic competence of the twelve cylinder Lamborghini.
Lamborghini prides itself on being the extraordinary manufacturer of extreme super sports cars without compromise. Sensuality and provocation characterise every Lamborghini, with an aggressively innovative style. “However, the Reventón is the most extreme of all, a true automotive superlative. Our designers at the Lamborghini Style Centre took the technical base of the Murciélago LP640 and compressed and intensified its DNA, its genetic code,” affirms Stephan Winkelmann, President and CEO of Automobili Lamborghini S.p.A. Born in Sant’Agata Bolognese
The Lamborghini Reventón has been entirely designed in Sant’Agata Bolognese, the original birthplace of the Lamborghini and the native home of every super car born under the sign of the bull. The design drawn up in Lamborghini’s Centro Stile (Style Centre) is fine-tuned in close collaboration with the Lamborghini Research and Development Department. Thus, the Reventón is not only “haute couture” but it also stands out for its elevated dynamism whilst being entirely suitable for every day use.
The Lamborghini Reventón is not destined to remain a one-off. A total of 20 Lamborghini friends and collectors will be able to own this extraordinary car and, naturally, enjoy the incomparable pleasure of driving it.
The name Reventón has been chosen according to Lamborghini tradition. Reventón was a fighting bull, owned by the Don Rodriguez family. It is included in the list of the most famous bulls ever and is known for killing the famed bullfighter Felix Guzman in 1943.
Inspired by the fastest airplanes
The present day Lamborghini models are distinguished by the clear language of their shape. The coherent proportions of the Murciélago and Gallardo highlight their power and dynamism. Sharp edges, precise lines and clean surfaces: these are ingredients of a style reduced to the essential. Each element is created exactly according to its function; ornaments and decorations are totally foreign to a Lamborghini.
With the Reventón the Centro Stile designers have coherently developed this philosophy, inspired by another sphere where speed and dynamism reign absolute: modern aeronautics, responsible for the fastest and most agile airplanes in the world. This has created an extremely precise, technically striking style with a new vitality: interrupted lines and contorted surfaces create a fascinating play of light, giving the car incredible movement.
Made of carbon fibre and precision
Although it is based on the extraordinarily successful Murciélago LP640, the exterior design of the Reventón is completely new. Just like the base model, the exterior is made of CFC, a composite carbon fibre material, which is as stable as it is light. The exterior components are glued and fixed to the body comprised of CFC and steel.
The front is characterised by the acute angle of the central ‘arrow’ and by the powerful forward-facing air intakes. Although they do not supply air directly to the turbine like an airplane, bearing in mind the 650 hp, an abundant volume of air is necessary to cool the carbon brake disks and the six cylinder callipers.
Characterised by coherent functions
Naturally, both doors on the Reventón open upwards – since the legendary Countach this has also been a symbol of the V12 Lamborghini product line. With their asymmetric configuration, the large air intakes below the doors provide an example of the extreme coherence with which a Lamborghini fulfils its function: on the driver’s side it is large to increase the flow of oil to the radiator. On the passenger’s side of the vehicle, the air intake is flat because in this case, it only has to ensure the flow below the floor. The aerodynamically optimised flat floor structure terminates at the rear with a diffuser featuring an accentuated shape. This guarantees excellent road grip and stability even at 340 km per hour.
In spite of the extreme and innovative language of its shape, the Reventón not only maintains all the strong features of the Murciélago LP640, but also offers further amelioration in terms of aerodynamics, the important engine cooling system, the air intake system and brakes. The airflow and the section of the variable geometry air intakes of the engine and the rear spoiler (also adjustable) have been modified.
Owners of the 20 examples will be able to test the performance of his or her Lamborghini in person.
Perfected to the ultimate detail
The engine hood made of glass laminate with open ventilation slits offers a glimpse of the beating heart of the twelve cylinders of the super car. The glass also features the marked arrow angle that characterises the design from the front to the rear spoiler. The Lamborghini designers’ love for detail is beautifully illustrated by the fuel tank lid: a small mechanical work of art, achieved by milling a solid aluminium block.
The combination lights transform the incisiveness of the design into light: the front features the most modern light-emitting diodes alongside Bi-Xenon headlights. Seven LEDs ensure continuous daylight while there are a further nine diodes for the indicator and hazard lights. Another technical innovation is found in the rear light LEDs. Because of the high temperature in the rear low part of the car, special heatproof LEDs are used for the indicator and hazard lights, stoplights and rear lights with a triple arrow optical effect.
A new body colour
Naturally, such a refined language of shape also demands an extraordinary colour. For the 20 examples of the Reventón, the designers from Sant’Agata Bolognese have created a totally new hue: Reventón, a mid opaque green/grey without the usual shine. However, thanks to the metallic particles, in the daylight this colour tone features surprising depth.
Opaque and brilliant colours for the wheel rims
This play of opaque and lustre is also featured on the wheel rims, especially created for the Reventón. Opaque carbon fins are screwed onto the black aluminium spokes, not only creating a visual effect with the precision of a surgeon’s scalpel, but a turbine effect also ensures optimum cooling for the powerful ceramic brake disks.
TFT display similar to an airplane
The same innovative force applied to the exterior design characterises the cockpit of the Reventón. Designed and created using Alcantara, carbon, aluminium and leather that comply with the top quality standards, the interior is inspired by the next generation cockpits: just like in modern airplanes, the instruments comprise three TFT liquid crystal displays with innovative display modes. At the touch of a button, the driver can choose from two vehicle information display modes. The instruments are housed in a structure milled from a solid aluminium block, protected by a carbon fibre casing.
The G-Force-Meter is also completely new: this display shows the dynamic drive forces, longitudinal acceleration during acceleration and braking, as well as transversal acceleration around bends. These forces are represented by the movement of an indicator on a graduated 3D grid depending on the direction and intensity of the acceleration. A similar instrument can be found in the airplanes. Formula One teams also use a similar device to analyse dynamic forces.
Customisable instruments
The instrument on the left of the speedometer associates the number of revolutions in the form of a luminous column with the display of the selected gear. Finally, every Reventón is equipped with a robotised e.gear controlled by two small levers under the steering wheel.
By simply pressing a button, the driver can switch to the second, quasi-analogical display, where the classic circular instruments, speedometer and engine speed indicator are configured in an equally innovative way and transformed into luminous pilot lamps with varying colours. The G-Force-Meter naturally remains at the centre in this display mode.
Electronic system developed entirely by Lamborghini
All this is possible thanks to the fact that the entire electronic platform of the Reventón, together with all the control devices, has been autonomously developed by the Lamborghini experts.
The same process for integrating the electronic displays in the car was applied to the Lamborghini Engineering Department.
From the conception of the very first radical ideas, the entire Reventón has been developed in Sant’Agata Bolognese thanks to tight teams of remarkably creative experts. An extremely refined and efficient process was employed: CAD design and development, creation of the prototype in the Prototype Department, all carried out under the constant supervision of the Research and Development Department’s technicians and testers.
Atelier of creativity and high efficiency
Inaugurated in 2004, the Centro Stile is dedicated to design and characterised by a high degree of efficiency: an “atelier” of creators, designers and prototype constructors, who encapsulate the Lamborghini culture and spirit by using their remarkable skills to create aesthetic innovation.
The Centro Stile is located in a 2,900 square two-storey building. The large pavilion houses two test floors and related production and analysis equipment, while other rooms are set aside for the most advanced computerised workstations for designers and a style-model construction workshop. The Centro Stile is also closely linked to the nearby Engineering Department: the direct line between the Lamborghini development departments guarantees that ideas rapidly become reality.
Creativity and production under the same roof
The Lamborghini Reventón is a practical illustration of the streamlined functionality and efficiency characterising the Centro Stile: it took less than a year to progress from the first ideas to the finished car. The complete design process from the first sketches on paper, to three dimensional computer models with 1:10 or 1:4 scale, right up to the real size prototype is organised around streamlined, fast, efficient work groups. Thanks to the Centro Stile, for the first time in its history, Lamborghini is now able to create its own style philosophy in-house without having to rely on any external collaboration.
The 20 units will be manufactured in Sant’Agata, using a production process characterised by artisan perfection and rigorous quality standards.
A masterpiece with tested technology
The technology found in the Murciélago LP640 has not been modified. The engine in the LP640 forwards is the classic twelve-cylinder engine with 6.5 litre displacement. Only for this car, Lamborghini guarantees, an astounding 650 HP (478 kW) at 8,000 revolutions per minute (rpm). The huge torque, equal to maximum 660 Nm, ensures a powerful switch from any number of revolutions: even the slightest pressure on the accelerator is spontaneously transformed into thrust. The robotised e.gear changes gear faster than even the most expert driver. In addition, the permanent Viscous Traction four-wheel drive system ensures that every force is constantly translated into movement.
As in the original Murciélago LP640, the Reventón accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.4 seconds, with a maximum speed over 340 km/h.
Born to become a legend
Since its foundation, Lamborghini has been a creator of trends in the world of sports cars and has always manufactured cars with an absolutely unmistakable character. Models such as the Miura or Countach, for example, were veritable forerunners and rapidly acquired the status of timeless classic cars. From the moment they are launched, every new Lamborghini promises to become a legend, destined to become a sought-after and precious possession.
With the Lamborghini Reventón, Lamborghini has done it again; it has created an unequalled super car; the perfect synthesis between the exclusivity and appeal of a limited edition design masterpiece, and the dynamism and driveability of a standard sports car. Thus, the Lamborghini legend is further enhanced by another, stylish future classic.
Lamborghini Reventón – Technical data
Frame
High strength tubular steel structure with carbon fibre components.
Bodywork
In carbon fibre, except roof and door external panels (steel)
Steering
Type: Mechanical (rack and pinion) power-assisted
Right-hand turning circle: 12.55 m (41.17 ft)
Wheels and tyres
Front: 245/35 ZR 18
Rear: 335/30 ZR 18
Engine
Type: 12 cylinders at 60°
Bore and stroke: 88 mm x 89 mm (3.46 in x 3.50 in)
Displacement: 6496 cc (396.41 in3)
Compression ratio: (11 ± 0.2):1
Maximum power: 650 HP (478 kW) at 8000 rpm (guaranteed through the engine selection)
Maximum torque: 660 Nm (487 lb-ft) at 6000 rpm
Engine position in vehicle: Longitudinal central-rear
Cylinder heads and engine block: Aluminium
Intake system: Variable geometry with 3 operating modes
Performance data
Top speed: 340 km/h (211.3 mph)
Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph): 3.4 s (before: 3.8 s)
Fuel Consumption (according to DIR 1999/100/CE)
Urban: 32,3 l/100km
Extra-urban: 15,0 l/100 km
Combined: 21,3 l/100 km
CO2 emissions: 495 g/km
This post here is only about two things: Car pr0n and wheels. Vancouver’s SR Auto Group has Lamborghini Reventón number three out of 20, and they’ve been charged with making it even more special. The first thing they did was work with wheelmaker ADV.1 to develop the ADV05, a gunmetal five-spoker with a matte black lip. It worked. After that, they sent us high-res photos. The rest we leave up to up you…
[Source: SR Auto]
Clearly a Lamborghini, but nothing quite like it. A super car without equals: the Lamborghini Reventón is a road vehicle with an extreme specification and, at the same time, a limited edition masterpiece – a coherent style, angular with sharp lines, inspired by the very latest aeronautics.With just 20 produced, each 1 Million Euro (without taxes) Lamborghini Reventón is a symbol of extreme exclusivity, yet still offering the extraordinary performance that makes the Reventón so unrivalled: under the completely autonomous design, the Reventón possesses the entire technical and dynamic competence of the twelve cylinder Lamborghini.
Lamborghini prides itself on being the extraordinary manufacturer of extreme super sports cars without compromise. Sensuality and provocation characterise every Lamborghini, with an aggressively innovative style. “However, the Reventón is the most extreme of all, a true automotive superlative. Our designers at the Lamborghini Style Centre took the technical base of the Murciélago LP640 and compressed and intensified its DNA, its genetic code,” affirms Stephan Winkelmann, President and CEO of Automobili Lamborghini S.p.A. Born in Sant’Agata Bolognese
The Lamborghini Reventón has been entirely designed in Sant’Agata Bolognese, the original birthplace of the Lamborghini and the native home of every super car born under the sign of the bull. The design drawn up in Lamborghini’s Centro Stile (Style Centre) is fine-tuned in close collaboration with the Lamborghini Research and Development Department. Thus, the Reventón is not only “haute couture” but it also stands out for its elevated dynamism whilst being entirely suitable for every day use.
The Lamborghini Reventón is not destined to remain a one-off. A total of 20 Lamborghini friends and collectors will be able to own this extraordinary car and, naturally, enjoy the incomparable pleasure of driving it.
The name Reventón has been chosen according to Lamborghini tradition. Reventón was a fighting bull, owned by the Don Rodriguez family. It is included in the list of the most famous bulls ever and is known for killing the famed bullfighter Felix Guzman in 1943.
Inspired by the fastest airplanes
The present day Lamborghini models are distinguished by the clear language of their shape. The coherent proportions of the Murciélago and Gallardo highlight their power and dynamism. Sharp edges, precise lines and clean surfaces: these are ingredients of a style reduced to the essential. Each element is created exactly according to its function; ornaments and decorations are totally foreign to a Lamborghini.
With the Reventón the Centro Stile designers have coherently developed this philosophy, inspired by another sphere where speed and dynamism reign absolute: modern aeronautics, responsible for the fastest and most agile airplanes in the world. This has created an extremely precise, technically striking style with a new vitality: interrupted lines and contorted surfaces create a fascinating play of light, giving the car incredible movement.
Made of carbon fibre and precision
Although it is based on the extraordinarily successful Murciélago LP640, the exterior design of the Reventón is completely new. Just like the base model, the exterior is made of CFC, a composite carbon fibre material, which is as stable as it is light. The exterior components are glued and fixed to the body comprised of CFC and steel.
The front is characterised by the acute angle of the central ‘arrow’ and by the powerful forward-facing air intakes. Although they do not supply air directly to the turbine like an airplane, bearing in mind the 650 hp, an abundant volume of air is necessary to cool the carbon brake disks and the six cylinder callipers.
Characterised by coherent functions
Naturally, both doors on the Reventón open upwards – since the legendary Countach this has also been a symbol of the V12 Lamborghini product line. With their asymmetric configuration, the large air intakes below the doors provide an example of the extreme coherence with which a Lamborghini fulfils its function: on the driver’s side it is large to increase the flow of oil to the radiator. On the passenger’s side of the vehicle, the air intake is flat because in this case, it only has to ensure the flow below the floor. The aerodynamically optimised flat floor structure terminates at the rear with a diffuser featuring an accentuated shape. This guarantees excellent road grip and stability even at 340 km per hour.
In spite of the extreme and innovative language of its shape, the Reventón not only maintains all the strong features of the Murciélago LP640, but also offers further amelioration in terms of aerodynamics, the important engine cooling system, the air intake system and brakes. The airflow and the section of the variable geometry air intakes of the engine and the rear spoiler (also adjustable) have been modified.
Owners of the 20 examples will be able to test the performance of his or her Lamborghini in person.
Perfected to the ultimate detail
The engine hood made of glass laminate with open ventilation slits offers a glimpse of the beating heart of the twelve cylinders of the super car. The glass also features the marked arrow angle that characterises the design from the front to the rear spoiler. The Lamborghini designers’ love for detail is beautifully illustrated by the fuel tank lid: a small mechanical work of art, achieved by milling a solid aluminium block.
The combination lights transform the incisiveness of the design into light: the front features the most modern light-emitting diodes alongside Bi-Xenon headlights. Seven LEDs ensure continuous daylight while there are a further nine diodes for the indicator and hazard lights. Another technical innovation is found in the rear light LEDs. Because of the high temperature in the rear low part of the car, special heatproof LEDs are used for the indicator and hazard lights, stoplights and rear lights with a triple arrow optical effect.
A new body colour
Naturally, such a refined language of shape also demands an extraordinary colour. For the 20 examples of the Reventón, the designers from Sant’Agata Bolognese have created a totally new hue: Reventón, a mid opaque green/grey without the usual shine. However, thanks to the metallic particles, in the daylight this colour tone features surprising depth.
Opaque and brilliant colours for the wheel rims
This play of opaque and lustre is also featured on the wheel rims, especially created for the Reventón. Opaque carbon fins are screwed onto the black aluminium spokes, not only creating a visual effect with the precision of a surgeon’s scalpel, but a turbine effect also ensures optimum cooling for the powerful ceramic brake disks.
TFT display similar to an airplane
The same innovative force applied to the exterior design characterises the cockpit of the Reventón. Designed and created using Alcantara, carbon, aluminium and leather that comply with the top quality standards, the interior is inspired by the next generation cockpits: just like in modern airplanes, the instruments comprise three TFT liquid crystal displays with innovative display modes. At the touch of a button, the driver can choose from two vehicle information display modes. The instruments are housed in a structure milled from a solid aluminium block, protected by a carbon fibre casing.
The G-Force-Meter is also completely new: this display shows the dynamic drive forces, longitudinal acceleration during acceleration and braking, as well as transversal acceleration around bends. These forces are represented by the movement of an indicator on a graduated 3D grid depending on the direction and intensity of the acceleration. A similar instrument can be found in the airplanes. Formula One teams also use a similar device to analyse dynamic forces.
Customisable instruments
The instrument on the left of the speedometer associates the number of revolutions in the form of a luminous column with the display of the selected gear. Finally, every Reventón is equipped with a robotised e.gear controlled by two small levers under the steering wheel.
By simply pressing a button, the driver can switch to the second, quasi-analogical display, where the classic circular instruments, speedometer and engine speed indicator are configured in an equally innovative way and transformed into luminous pilot lamps with varying colours. The G-Force-Meter naturally remains at the centre in this display mode.
Electronic system developed entirely by Lamborghini
All this is possible thanks to the fact that the entire electronic platform of the Reventón, together with all the control devices, has been autonomously developed by the Lamborghini experts.
The same process for integrating the electronic displays in the car was applied to the Lamborghini Engineering Department.
From the conception of the very first radical ideas, the entire Reventón has been developed in Sant’Agata Bolognese thanks to tight teams of remarkably creative experts. An extremely refined and efficient process was employed: CAD design and development, creation of the prototype in the Prototype Department, all carried out under the constant supervision of the Research and Development Department’s technicians and testers.
Atelier of creativity and high efficiency
Inaugurated in 2004, the Centro Stile is dedicated to design and characterised by a high degree of efficiency: an “atelier” of creators, designers and prototype constructors, who encapsulate the Lamborghini culture and spirit by using their remarkable skills to create aesthetic innovation.
The Centro Stile is located in a 2,900 square two-storey building. The large pavilion houses two test floors and related production and analysis equipment, while other rooms are set aside for the most advanced computerised workstations for designers and a style-model construction workshop. The Centro Stile is also closely linked to the nearby Engineering Department: the direct line between the Lamborghini development departments guarantees that ideas rapidly become reality.
Creativity and production under the same roof
The Lamborghini Reventón is a practical illustration of the streamlined functionality and efficiency characterising the Centro Stile: it took less than a year to progress from the first ideas to the finished car. The complete design process from the first sketches on paper, to three dimensional computer models with 1:10 or 1:4 scale, right up to the real size prototype is organised around streamlined, fast, efficient work groups. Thanks to the Centro Stile, for the first time in its history, Lamborghini is now able to create its own style philosophy in-house without having to rely on any external collaboration.
The 20 units will be manufactured in Sant’Agata, using a production process characterised by artisan perfection and rigorous quality standards.
A masterpiece with tested technology
The technology found in the Murciélago LP640 has not been modified. The engine in the LP640 forwards is the classic twelve-cylinder engine with 6.5 litre displacement. Only for this car, Lamborghini guarantees, an astounding 650 HP (478 kW) at 8,000 revolutions per minute (rpm). The huge torque, equal to maximum 660 Nm, ensures a powerful switch from any number of revolutions: even the slightest pressure on the accelerator is spontaneously transformed into thrust. The robotised e.gear changes gear faster than even the most expert driver. In addition, the permanent Viscous Traction four-wheel drive system ensures that every force is constantly translated into movement.
As in the original Murciélago LP640, the Reventón accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.4 seconds, with a maximum speed over 340 km/h.
Born to become a legend
Since its foundation, Lamborghini has been a creator of trends in the world of sports cars and has always manufactured cars with an absolutely unmistakable character. Models such as the Miura or Countach, for example, were veritable forerunners and rapidly acquired the status of timeless classic cars. From the moment they are launched, every new Lamborghini promises to become a legend, destined to become a sought-after and precious possession.
With the Lamborghini Reventón, Lamborghini has done it again; it has created an unequalled super car; the perfect synthesis between the exclusivity and appeal of a limited edition design masterpiece, and the dynamism and driveability of a standard sports car. Thus, the Lamborghini legend is further enhanced by another, stylish future classic.
Lamborghini Reventón – Technical data
Frame
High strength tubular steel structure with carbon fibre components.
Bodywork
In carbon fibre, except roof and door external panels (steel)
Steering
Type: Mechanical (rack and pinion) power-assisted
Right-hand turning circle: 12.55 m (41.17 ft)
Wheels and tyres
Front: 245/35 ZR 18
Rear: 335/30 ZR 18
Engine
Type: 12 cylinders at 60°
Bore and stroke: 88 mm x 89 mm (3.46 in x 3.50 in)
Displacement: 6496 cc (396.41 in3)
Compression ratio: (11 ± 0.2):1
Maximum power: 650 HP (478 kW) at 8000 rpm (guaranteed through the engine selection)
Maximum torque: 660 Nm (487 lb-ft) at 6000 rpm
Engine position in vehicle: Longitudinal central-rear
Cylinder heads and engine block: Aluminium
Intake system: Variable geometry with 3 operating modes
Performance data
Top speed: 340 km/h (211.3 mph)
Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph): 3.4 s (before: 3.8 s)
Fuel Consumption (according to DIR 1999/100/CE)
Urban: 32,3 l/100km
Extra-urban: 15,0 l/100 km
Combined: 21,3 l/100 km
CO2 emissions: 495 g/km
This post here is only about two things: Car pr0n and wheels. Vancouver’s SR Auto Group has Lamborghini Reventón number three out of 20, and they’ve been charged with making it even more special. The first thing they did was work with wheelmaker ADV.1 to develop the ADV05, a gunmetal five-spoker with a matte black lip. It worked. After that, they sent us high-res photos. The rest we leave up to up you…
[Source: SR Auto]
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