skip to main content

Nothing bull about this Lamborghini

Nothing bull about this Lamborghini
View Pictures
The Lamborghini Murcielago has been on sale since its Frankfurt Show debut in 2001, with about 2,000 cars made. It's hard to believe that the shape is that old when you are standing next to it; its raw aggression and menace is undiminished from the day it was conceived. In Geneva, Lamborghini revealed the latest evolution, the bad, bad LP640.

The title refers to the engine's position, in Italian naturally (longitudinale posteriore) and the savage 640bhp power output, which is at the heart of the new car's development. The bestial 60-degree V12 has been bored and stroked from 6.2 to 6.5 litres, elevating power from 580bhp to the new peak at a heady 8000rpm. The new engine also produces 660Nm of torque to ensure wheel spin even with the car's standard four-wheel drive. The results are 0-62mph in 3.4 seconds and a top speed in excess of 200mph.

Poring over the subdued grey example on show in Geneva, it's not difficult to imagine the frightening acceleration produced by this car. Cosmetic changes accompany the new engine, with new bumpers featuring sharper detailing. The rear bumper now incorporates an opening for the exhaust, looking for all the world like a massive rocket launcher. LED technology is utilised in the rear lights for the first time and a neat 'function-over-form' feature we noticed is different sized vents on the left and right of the car, the left-hand side housing the oil cooler. The LP640 will go on sale in the UK later this year.

Send by Messenger
Email this article
 Print

More pictures

Nothing bull about this Lamborghini
More pictures
Nothing bull about this Lamborghini
More pictures
Nothing bull about this Lamborghini
More pictures
Nothing bull about this Lamborghini
More pictures
More Pictures

Latest Videos

Vauxhall Agila Club 1.3 CDTi
As different from the old model as Corrie is from culture, the new Agila is set to woo an entirely different audience.
F1 Track: Magny Cours
F1 Track: Magny Cours
Ford Kuga review
Mark James gets behind the wheel of Ford's new 4x4.

Search new and used cars

Loading Data...

\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\
123,360 cars available

Video on Yahoo! Cars

BTCC Blog

BTCC Blog BTCC driver blog
21 year old race car driver Tom Onslow-Cole shares his life as a BTCC race car driver in our blog.
Read the blog >>

Insurance Bargains

Get the best deal Search for the best insurance deal with our MotorWizard
Save cash now >>
Personalised Plates - Find Yours Today!
Enter your initials, name, car, anything!

GPS and Sat Nav at Yahoo! Cars

GPS and Sat Nav Never get lost
They're all the rage and now you can find the best prices at Yahoo! Cars.
Search for GPS & Sat Nav

Parts & Accessories

Parts Search car parts
Compare the best online prices for tyres, alloys, car parts, stereos, sat nav and more.
Find a part >>

Yahoo! Cars Newsletter

Ferrari
Sign up for our newsletter
Email:


Extreme Sports

Extreme Sports Promotion
Visit our interactive adventure sports guide to search for activities in your area.
Find extreme sports near you >>

British International Motor Show 2008

British International Motor Show 2008 Check out the official web site for this year's summer extravaganza! Get all the info PLUS buy your tickets online.
Official site >>

Cars Poll

Q. What is the most you'd pay for petrol before switching to public transport?
  £1.10 - £1.20 per litre
  £1.30 - £1.40 per litre
  £1.50 - £1.60 per litre
  £1.70 - £1.80 per litre
  £1.90 - £2.00 per litre
  £2.10 - £2.20 per litre
  £2.30 - £2.40 per litre
  £2.50 - £2.60 per litre
  £2.70 - £2.80 per litre
  £2.90 - £3.00 per litre
  I will never switch!
View Results

Do you have an opinion on this?
Discuss this in our forum >>
(Sites included are property of their respective owners and may be protected by copyrights, trademarks or other proprietary rights and laws.)
Copyright © 2007 Yahoo! Inc. All rights reserved.
Updated Privacy Policy - Terms of Service - Help