ULTIMATE DREAM CARS
LAMBORGHINI
MURCIELAGO
The
Lamborghini Murcielago, for the first time in the history of the brand is
equipped with a 6-speed gearbox, while the transmission maintains the
traditional Lamborghini layout. The Murcielago, like its predecessor the Diablo,
is equipped with permanent four-wheel drive and a central viscous coupling
(Viscous Traction System), with 45% limited slip and the front with 25% limited
slip. This solution represents an active traction control system: excess torque
on the primary axle (rear) is automatically transferred to the secondary axle
(front) to maintain ideal traction at all times.
The Murciélago chassis has been stiffened considerably compared to the Diablo’s.
The chassis consists of a frame made of high-strength steel tube, with
structural elements in carbon fibre/honeycomb. The carbon fibre elements are
attached to the steel frame using a combination of adhesives and steel rivets.
Also worthy of mention are the front ‘Antidive’ and the rear ‘Antisquat’ systems
that can guarantee an optimal suspension behaviour also during acceleration and
braking.
The wheel rims feature a new design that improves the air cooling circulation
around the brake disks and calipers.
At the wheel of the Lamborghini Murciélago, the driver is in complete control.
The clear, accurate instruments and their respective controls are all grouped
together on a single electronically-controlled panel, which has undergone
numerous aesthetic and ergonomic improvements. This panel is directly interfaced
through a CAN bus to a Lamborghini GFA control unit (body computer).
The interior features leather upholstery, 3-spoke sports steering wheel (also in
leather) and a steel gear lever and selector gate: another refinement that is a
long-established Lamborghini tradition. Numerous storage compartments are
provided, and the radio and CD autochanger are tailor-made to Lamborghini's
specifications.
Body design N/A
Weight 1650 kg / 3637.6 lbs
Drivetrain
Engine 60º V12
Engine location Mid, longitudinally mounted
Displacement 6.192 liter / 377.9 cu in
Valvetrain 4 valves/cylinder, DOHC, VVT intake and exhaust
Fuel feed Multipoint sequential Fuel injection
Aspiration Naturally Aspirated
Gearbox 6 Speed Manual
Drive All wheel drive
Performance figures
Power 580 bhp / 432.7 kW @ 7500 rpm
BHP/Liter 93.7
Torque 650 Nm / 479.4 ft lbs @ 5400 rpm
Power to weight ratio 0.35 bhp/kg
Top Speed 205.1 mph / 330.0 km/h
0-60 mph Acceleration N/A
