part 2
The brand new, super exotic Lamborghini Reventón has been unveiled during the press conference at the 2007 edition of the IAA Motor Show in Frankfurt, a totally different car than the Murciélago LP640 it was based on, but still very much a Raging Bull.
The official press release unveiled all the details, but some details are this, a modified LP640 engine with no less than 650 Hp from a total displacement of 6.5 liters, other than that the engine is just about the only item from the base car that hasn't been modified or replaced during the creation of the impressive Reventón.
I was lucky enough to be able to attend the press conference, when Stephan Winkelmann proudly had the car unveiled by three lovely ladies, the Reventón marks another milestone in the history of Automobili Lamborghini SpA since it's founding more than 40 years ago, this will be the most expensive car ever to leave the gates at Sant'Agata. With a worldwide list price of a cool 1 million Euro (excluding taxes) and a production run of no more than 20 units, the new Reventón will become an instant collector's item, I can imagine only a few of these 20 cars will actually be driven on the road, which is a real pity actually.
With a totally new dashboard treatment and amazing seats, this is a Lamborghini that is destined to be enjoyed on the open road, as a side note, the entire dashboard cluster is machined from a solid piece of aluminum, covered by a Carbon Fiber section to avoid glare. The instruments itself are even more exclusive, there are three LCD monitors that actually display all necessary information, the central screen even shows G-Forces ... just to make sure you know how much G's you are pulling going around the corners, just like in a fighter plane, from which the initial design was taken in fact.
Going to the exterior design, it is different, very angular and wide, using a vast collection of angles and design clues ... the wide rear fenders are amazing, the front lights are innovative, and the taillight clusters are made of three arrays of special heat resistant LED's to be able to cope with the heat from the central mounted, massive exhaust pipe.
A close look at the design of the car shows that the wheelarches are somewhat angular now, not round like on the original LP640 Murciélago, it is obvious the car was based on this flagship, but still it is totally different nonetheless. The triangular design of the front spoiler and hood is taken all the way back to the engine cover and rear section. Also note that the engine cover is again finished with glass 'blades' to give everybody a glance at the heart of the car. Another styling detail, the special fuel filler is made from one single piece of aluminum, another detail that shows the impressive amount of workmanship that will go into each of the 20 carsthat will be built and delivered to their lucky owners during 2008, all finished in the special grey/green shade, that actually isn't glossy, but due to the subtle addition of metallic flakes in the paint give an unseen shine when parked in the sunshine.
If you were under the impression the LP640 sits on nice wheels, the Reventón takes it to the next level, the black rims are finished in a high gloss, and each of the five spokes has a special Carbon Fiber fin attached to it, to create a jet turbine look and in the mean time create extra cooling for the standard ceramic discs.
There is no doubt the Reventón will stir emotions once again, but you can't deny the fact that Automobili Lamborghini SpA isn't following the well known path, they are building innovative cars, just like the Miura and the Countach were years ahead of their time when they were introduced, the Reventón is ahead of it's time, and it's competition today ... and rumour has it all 20 cars are actually already sold when this first prototype was shown in Frankfurt ...
A close look at the design of the car shows that the wheelarches are somewhat angular now, not round like on the original LP640 Murciélago, it is obvious the car was based on this flagship, but still it is totally different nonetheless. The triangular design of the front spoiler and hood is taken all the way back to the engine cover and rear section. Also note that the engine cover is again finished with glass 'blades' to give everybody a glance at the heart of the car. Another styling detail, the special fuel filler is made from one single piece of aluminum, another detail that shows the impressive amount of workmanship that will go into each of the 20 carsthat will be built and delivered to their lucky owners during 2008, all finished in the special grey/green shade, that actually isn't glossy, but due to the subtle addition of metallic flakes in the paint give an unseen shine when parked in the sunshine.
If you were under the impression the LP640 sits on nice wheels, the Reventón takes it to the next level, the black rims are finished in a high gloss, and each of the five spokes has a special Carbon Fiber fin attached to it, to create a jet turbine look and in the mean time create extra cooling for the standard ceramic discs.
There is no doubt the Reventón will stir emotions once again, but you can't deny the fact that Automobili Lamborghini SpA isn't following the well known path, they are building innovative cars, just like the Miura and the Countach were years ahead of their time when they were introduced, the Reventón is ahead of it's time, and it's competition today ... and rumour has it all 20 cars are actually already sold when this first prototype was shown in Frankfurt ...
Lamborghini Reventón
The most extreme
The 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 most extreme
The 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.
| Type : | Lamborghini Reventón |
| Years built : | 2007 - 2008 |
| Production : | Limited to 20 units |
| Chassisnr. : | n.a. |
| Presentation : | September 2007 IAA Frankfurt |
| Type of car : | Two door coupe, two seater berlinetta |
| Designed by : | Lamborghini Centro Stile |
| Built by : | Automobili Lamborghini SpA |
| Wheelbase : | 2665 mm (104.92 in) |
| Overall length : | 4700 mm (185.04 in) |
| Overall width : | 2058 mm (81.02 in) 2215 mm (87.20 in) including external rear-view mirrors |
| Overall height : | 1135 mm (44.69 in) |
| Front track : | 1635 mm (64.37 in) |
| Rear track : | 1695 mm (66.73 in) |
| Ground clear. : | n.a. |
| Front overhang : | 1080 mm (42.52 in) |
| Rear overhang : | 955 mm (37.60 in) |
| Weight : | 1665 kg (3670.7 lb) |
| Distribution : | n.a. front / rear |
| Structure : | High-strength tubular steel structure with carbon fiber components. |
| Body : | Constructed of carbon fiber, except roof and door external panels (steel) |
| Suspension : | 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. |
| ESP : | Full ESP system with ABS, ASR and ABD |
| Brakes : | 4 self-ventilated rotors with pedal control, hydraulic transmission with dual independent circuits, one for each axle with vacuum servo. ABS antilock device + DRP function. |
| Front : | 380 x 34 mm (14.96 in x 1.34 in) |
| Front calliper cylinders : | N. 8 (32-28 mm/32-28 mm) (1.26 in-1.10 in/1.26 in-1.10 in) |
| Rear : | 355 x 32 mm (13.98 in x 1.26 in) |
| Rear calliper cylinders : | N. 4 (40-44 mm) (1.57 in-1.73 in) |
| Front (ceramic) : | 380 x 38 mm (14.96 in x 1.5 in) |
| Front calliper cylinders : | N. 6 (32-36-38 mm) (1.26 in-1.42 in-1.5in) |
| Rear (ceramic) : | 380 x 38 mm (14.96 in x 1.5 in) |
| Rear calliper cylinders : | N. 6 (32-36-38 mm) (1.26 in-1.42 in-1.5in) |
| Steering type : | Mechanical (rack and pinion) power-assisted |
| Turning circle : | 12.55 m (41.17 ft) |
| Front tyre size : | 245/35 ZR 18 |
| Rear tyre size : | 335/30 ZR 18 |
| Type : | Pirelli P ZERO 'ROSSO' with asymmetric unidirectional tread |
| Front rim size : | 8.5 x 18 inch |
| Rear rim size : | 13 x 18 inch |
| Type : | Monoblock alloy wheels |
| Mirrors : | External mirror with electrical closing and heating system, internal mirror with anti-blinding system |
| Type : | V-12 60 degree, light-alloy block, Longitudinal central rear mounted, permantent four-wheel drive with viscous traction system. |
| Distribution : | Dual overhead camshafts |
| Main bearings : | 7 |
| Cyl. Capacity : | 6496 cc (396.41 in³) |
| Bore & stroke : | 88 mm x 89 mm (3.46 in x 3.50 in) |
| Intake system : | Variable geometry with 3 operating modes |
| Timing : | 4 valves per cylinder, 4 overhead camshafts timed by 2 chains, electronically controlled continuous timing variator (int. and ex.) |
| Compr. ratio : | 11.0:1 |
| Max. power : | 650 HP (478 kW) at 8000 rpm |
| (guaranteed through the engine selection) | |
| Max. torque : | 660 Nm (487 lb-ft) at 6000 rpm |
| Cooling system: | Liquid cooled, with pressurized circuit |
| Emission contr.: | Catalytic converters with lambda sensors |
| Ignition : | Static type ignition system with individual coils (one for each spark plug). Firing sequence 1-7-4-10-2-8-6-12-3-9-5-11 |
| Plugs : | n.a. |
| Electr. system : | 12 V |
| Alternator : | n.a. |
| Fuel system : | Lamborghini LIE electronic engine control unit, multipoint, sequential timed, DRIVE BY WIRE |
| Fuel type : | Unleaded 95 R.O.N. |
| Fuel cons. : | |
| Urban : | 32,3 l/100km |
| Extra-urban : | 15,0 l/100 km |
| Combined : | 21,3 l/100 km |
| CO2 emissions : | 495 g/km |
| Lubrication : | Dry sump |
| Recovery pumps : | 2 gear pumps |
| Delivery pump : | 1 gear pump (high pressure) |
| Type : | Lamborghini 6-speed mechanical gearbox | ||
| Clutch : | Dry single plate | ||
| Disc diameter : | 272 mm (10.7 in) | ||
| 1st gear ratio : | 1:3.091 | Max. speed : | 103 Km/h (64.1 Mph) |
| 2nd gear ratio : | 1:2.105 | Max. speed : | 152 Km/h (94.2 Mph) |
| 3rd gear ratio : | 1:1.565 | Max. speed : | 204 Km/h (126.7 Mph) |
| 4th gear ratio : | 1:1.241 | Max. speed : | 257 Km/h (159.8 Mph) |
| 5th gear ratio : | 1:1.065 | Max. speed : | 299.7 Km/h (186.3 Mph) |
| 6th gear ratio : | 1:0.939 | Max. speed : | 340 Km/h (211.3 Mph) |
| Rev. gear ratio : | 1:2.692 | Max. speed : | n.a. |
| Final drive ratio : | n.a. | ||
| Rear differential : | n.a. | ||
| Front differential : | n.a. | ||
| Top speed : | 340 km/h (211.3 mph) |
| 0 - 100 Km/h : | 3.4 sec |
| Standing Km. : | n.a. |
| 1/4 Mile : | n.a. |
| Capacities : | |
| Fuel : | n.a. |
| Engine oil : | 12 litres (3.17 gal) |
| Cooling system : | 15 litres (3.96 gal) |
| Gearbox oil : | 3.5 litres (0.92 gal) |
| Front differential oil : | 1 litre (0.26 gal) |
| Rear differential oil : | 2.5 litres (0.66 gal) |
| Price : | European MSRP 1000.000 Euro Excl. taxes |
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