Lamborghini Murcielago LP670-4 SuperVeloce, 2010

Lamborghini Murcielago LP670-4 SuperVeloce, 2010

 

Technical data - Lamborghini Murciélago LP670-4 SuperVeloce
    * Frame: High strength tubular steel structure with carbon fiber components
    * Bodywork: In carbon fiber, except roof and door external panels (steel)
    * Steering
          o Type: Mechanical (rack and pinion) power-assisted
          o Right-hand turning circle: 12.55 m (41.17 ft)
    * Wheels and tires
          o Front: 245/35 ZR 18"
          o Rear: 335/30 ZR 18"
    * Engine
          o Type: 12 cylinders at 60°
          o Bore and stroke: 88mm x 89 mm (3.46 in x 3.50 in)
          o Displacement: 6496 cc. (396.41 in³)
          o Compression ratio: (11 ± 0.2):1
          o Maximum power: 670 hp (493 kW) at 8000 rpm
          o Maximum torque: 660 Nm (487 lb-ft)at 6500 rpm
          o Engine position in vehicle: Longitudinal central-rear
          o Cylinder heads and engine block: Aluminum
          o Intake system: Variable geometry with 3 operating modes
    * Timing
          o 4 valves per cylinder, 4 overhead camshafts
          o Timing gear transmission: 2 chains
          o Continuous timing variator (int. and ex.): Electronically controlled
    * Ignition system
          o Static type ignition system with individual coils (one for each spark plug).
          o Firing sequence: 1-7-4-10-2-8-6-12-3-9-5-11
    * Fuel system/injection
          o Lamborghini LIE electronic engine control unit, multipoint, sequential timed, DRIVE BY WIRE
          o Lubrication system
          o Type: Dry sump
          o Recovery pumps: 2 gear pumps
          o Delivery pump (high pressure): 1 gear pump
    * Cooling system
          o Type: Liquid cooled, with pressurized circuit
    * Transmission
          o Type of transmission: Permanent all-wheel drive with Viscous Traction system
          o Gearbox: 6-speed e-gear
          o Clutch: Dry single disc
          o Clutch disc diameter: 272 mm (10.7 in)
    * Transmission ratios
          o Traction Control System: T.C.S.
          o Gearbox - E-Gear & Manual
          o 1st: 1:3.091
          o 2nd: 1:2.105
          o 3rd: 1:1.565
          o 4th: 1:1.241
          o 5th: 1:1.065
          o 6th: 1:0.939
          o Reverse: 1:2.692
    * Brakes
          o 4 self-ventilated rotors with pedal control, hydraulic transmission with dual independent circuits, one for each axle with vacuum servo.
          o ABS antilock device + DRP function
          o Carbo ceramic brakes (CCB)
          o Handbrake: Mechanical, acting on rear wheels
          o Front rotor: Ø 380 x 38 mm (Ø 14.96 in x 1.5 in)
          o Front caliper cylinders: n.6 (32-36-38 mm) (1.26 in -1.42 in-1.5 in)
          o Rear rotor: Ø 380 x 38 mm (Ø 14.96 in x 1.5 in)
          o Rear caliper cylinders: n.6 (32-36-38 mm) (1.26 in -1.42 in-1.5 in)
    * Suspension
          o 4-wheel independent articulated quadrilateral system. Hydraulic shock absorbers and coaxial coil springs. Suspension with dual front and rear struts, anti-roll, anti-dive and anti-squat bar.
    * Dimensions
          o Wheelbase: 2665 mm (104.92 in)
          o Total length: 4705 mm (185.23 in)
          o Total width: 2058 mm (81.02 in)
          o Total height: 1135 mm (44.69 in)
          o Dry weight: 1565 Kg (3450.2 lb)
          o Front track width: 1635 mm (64.37 in)
          o Rear track width: 1695 mm (66.73 in)
          o Front overhang: 1090 mm (42.91 in)
          o Rear overhang: 950 mm (37.40 in)
          o Maximum overall width with external rear-view mirrors: 2240mm (88.19 in)
          o Weight distribution front/rear: 42% - 58%
    * Liquid capacities
          o Fuel tank: 100 Liters (26.4 gal)
          o Engine oil: 12 Liters (3.17 gal)
          o Gearbox oil: 3,5 Liters (0.92 gal)
          o Front differential oil: 1 Liter (0.26 gal)
          o Rear differential oil: 2,5 Liters (0.66 gal)
          o Cooling circuit: 15 Liters (3.96 gal)
    * Performance
          o Top speed with small spoiler: 342 km/h (212.5 mph)
          o Top speed with big wing: 337 km/h (209,4 mph)
          o Acceleration 0-100km/h: 3.2 s
    * Fuel Consumption (according with DIR 1999/100/CE)
          o City: 32 L/100km
          o Highway: 13.7 L/100
          o Combined: 20.6 L/100
          o CO2 Emission: 480 g/km
    * Fuel Consumption USA (according with US EPA guidelines)
          o Manual
                + City cycle: 8 mpg
                + Highway cycle: 13 mpg
                + Combined: 10 mpg
          o E-Gear
                + City cycle: 9 mpg
                + Highway cycle: 14 mpg
                + Combined: 11 mpg

Lamborghini Murcielago LP650-4 Roadster, 2010

Lamborghini Murcielago LP650-4 Roadster, 2010

 

The automobile Lamborghini has released the first photographs of a limited edition Lamborghini Murciélago LP650-4 Roadster.
The Roadster version of the Murciélago will offer an uprated 6.5 litre V12 engine that produces 650 hp (478 kW) along with permanent four-wheel drive: hence the model's LP 650-4 moniker.
With 660 Nm of torque, top performance is at 0-100km/h (0-62mph) in 3.4 seconds. The top speed is around 330 Km/h (205mph).

The special edition model will be produced in a limited volume (50 units only), with a Grigio Telesto exterior that combines grey bodywork with a special bright orange Arancio LP 650-4 featured on the front spoiler and sills. The LP 650-4 logo applied to the car's exterior is recognition of the car's increased power. The car features orange brake calipers and a transparent V12-engine cover, which shows off the V12 engine behind the driver.

The interior features echo the car's striking grey-and-orange exterior: besides the orange touches, there is an asymmetric dash design, with black Alcantara Nera on the driver's side, including door panel and central tunnel, and black leather Nero Perseus on the passenger's side.

The increased power of the Murciélago engine, from 640 to 650 hp, will be unique to the Lamborghini Murciélago LP650-4 Roadster: it demonstrates even further the developments that Lamborghini is able to offer from a current engine, and creates the exclusive characteristic of the Lamborghini Murciélago LP650-4 Roadster.

Lamborghini Gallardo LP550-2, 2010

Lamborghini Gallardo LP550-2, 2010

 

Automobili Lamborghini now presents a model in his honour and bearing his name - the Lamborghini Gallardo LP550-2 Valentino Balboni.
The latest version of the Gallardo, Lamborghini's most successful model of all time - overall, more than 9,000 units of the model range have already been produced - boasts not only its own distinctive design and exclusive equipment, but its technology is unique too, as indicated by the model badge: the 550 stands for the power output in hp and the 2 is for rear wheel drive.

For several decades, Valentino Balboni has had a distinct influence on the character of the super sports car bearing the sign of the bull. With his fine-tuning and testing work, he has helped to shape many automotive legends, from the Lamborghini Miura of the 60s through to the current Lamborghini Gallardo and Lamborghini Murciélago models. Balboni was hired in 1967 by company founder Ferruccio Lamborghini himself. From early on, it was evident that the young Balboni had a special feel for cars, that most sensitive of all instincts that connects to the 'life blood' of an automobile and defines the soul of a test driver.

Limited to 250 units
The special exclusivity of the Lamborghini Gallardo LP550-2 Valentino Balboni is guaranteed - it is limited to 250 units.

The light-footed yet extremely safe
With this latest version of the Gallardo, Lamborghini is honouring its long-standing test driver in a very special way. The Lamborghini Gallardo LP550-2 Valentino Balboni was conceived in line with his own thinking, and it meets many customers' requests for a model with a unique character, which offers a very special kind of active driving fun. The Balboni model is the only current Lamborghini that delivers its power to the road via its rear wheels alone.

The rear wheel drive has a special appeal to those sports car drivers who enjoy a particular driving style. Thanks to the eminently powerful V10 driveline, controlled oversteer is no problem - naturally always to the extent defined by the driver - because refined road manners and perfectly tuned assistance systems mean that the Lamborghini Gallardo LP550-2 Valentino Balboni is an exceptionally safe sports car to drive.

Driving fun with unique character
In order to shape this unique character that combines driving fun and safety, the engineers at Sant'Agata Bolognese have incorporated extensive modifications into the LP550-2 Valentino Balboni. It was not simply a question of moving the transmission to the rear axle, the vehicle had to be adjusted and tuned in every element of its driving dynamics. This includes springs, dampers, stabilisers and even the tyres. The aerodynamics were also adjusted to take account of the change to the power flow.

The rear axle differential, with a 45 percent limited slip, was also redeveloped, as was the calibration of the e-gear transmission. One significant point was the adjustments made to the ESP system. While the standard program is focused on high stability, the CORSA program permits greater drift angles, thus enabling drivers to enjoy the dynamics of the LP550-2 to their full extent.

The outstanding performance is guaranteed
The adjustments have also been made to the very heart of the Lamborghini Gallardo, the 5.2 litre ten-cylinder: the perfect synthesis of hi-revving pleasure, pulling power, a constantly exuberant temperament and a powerful symphony played in all keys. In the Valentino Balboni, the compact and lightweight power unit generates 405 kW (550 hp). At a dry weight of only 1,380 kilograms, this guarantees outstanding performance: the LP550-2 is catapulted from 0 to 100 km/h (0-62mph) in a breathtaking 3.9 seconds, while the top speed of 320 km/h (199 mph) guarantees its place among the ultimate in super sports cars.

The powerful elegance in its distinctive design
The Valentino Balboni is not only unique in terms of its technology: its design and equipment reinforce its exclusivity. Its classic sporting character is emphasised by a colour strip in white and gold running from the front panel over the roof and parts of the engine cover all the way to the rear spoiler, with inspiration from the classic sports cars from the '70s. This colour treatment underscores the powerful elegance of the Lamborghini Gallardo and emphasises the unique Lamborghini design DNA. The Special Edition is available in eight colours, from Bianco Monocerus through to Verde Ithaca, or Arancio Borealis to Nero Noctis. The Scorpius wheels retain their dark grey finish, while the brake callipers come in black, orange or yellow, depending on the exterior paint finish.


The Classic sporting look for the interior.
The characteristic colour combination is repeated in the interior. The basic colour of the full leather upholstery is black. Both seats, however, feature the colour strip in white. The centre console is completely upholstered in Polar white leather to create a powerful accent. A badge below the left side window bears the signature of Valentino Balboni and the production number of the car.
The exclusivity of the Valentino Balboni is augmented further by its extensive equipment. Alongside several new leather features in the interior, there is also the transparent engine cover, the rear view camera, the navigation system with Bluetooth and the lifting system for the front axle that makes it easier to drive over obstacles. In addition to the extensive standard equipment, a list of further options is available including e-gear transmission and carbon ceramic brakes.