While the Murciélago incorporates a tubular frame the L140 will take advantage of Audi's aluminum space frame technology, which should bode well for overall rigidity and thus, handling. Its lightweight materials will also allow for a competitively low curb weight, expected to hit the scales at just around 1,400 kg (3,086 lb). That's an impressive number considering the car's all-wheel drivetrain, electronic traction control, stability control and full load of luxury features.
Its first year production is expected to finish below 1,000 units with 1,500 to 2,000 cars being built per annum projected in concurrent years. Although such nominal figures might seem infinitesimal to Volkswagen, or any other mainstream carmaker for that matter, it's a giant stretch for the tiny Sant'Agata, Bolognese firm. It has also been quite a few years since anything wearing the charging bull nameplate has sold for a mere $250,000 - $280,000. These are exciting times if you just happen to be extraordinarily wealthy.
Specifications:
- Price Range (est):$250,000 - $280,000
- Body Type:2-door coupe
- Layout:mid-engine, AWD
- Engine (est):500-hp, 400 lb-ft, 40-valve, DOHC V10
- Transmission:6-spd man
- Brakes (front/rear): disc/disc, ABS
- Curb Weight (est):1,400 kg (3,086 lb)
- Acceleration (est 0-100 km/h):4.3 seconds
- Top Speed (est):290 km/h (180 mph)
- Warranty (mo/km):24/24,000 comprehensive
- Direct Competitors:Aston Martin Vantage, BMW Z8, Dodge Viper, Ferrari 360 Modena, Porsche Turbo/GT2
- Web Site: www.lamborghini.ca
