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Lamborghini Murciélago
The Murciélago is the first all-new supercar of the Audi-Volkswagen era, launched in 2001 to replace the Diablo. Designed by Luc Donckerwolke, it carries over the V12 and introduced standard all-wheel drive on the brand's flagship. Produced in roughly 4,000 units through 2010, it came in coupe and roadster forms, then in LP 640 and LP 670-4 SuperVeloce versions, the latter in a very limited series. A two-seater with scissor doors, it established Lamborghini's new industrial stability under Audi. Sought after by collectors, it marks the transition into modernity. In Quebec, it is a low-profile supercar to store away in winter, riding on very large, low-profile tires.
History
History of the Lamborghini Murciélago
The Murciélago is the first all-new supercar of the Audi-Volkswagen era, launched in 2001 to replace the Diablo. Designed by Luc Donckerwolke, it carries over the V12 and introduced standard all-wheel drive on the brand's flagship. Produced in roughly 4,000 units through 2010, it came in coupe and roadster forms, then in LP 640 and LP 670-4 SuperVeloce versions, the latter in a very limited series. A two-seater with scissor doors, it established Lamborghini's new industrial stability under Audi. Sought after by collectors, it marks the transition into modernity. In Quebec, it is a low-profile supercar to store away in winter, riding on very large, low-profile tires.
Technology
Technologies, engines and platforms
Naturally aspirated V12 engine of 6.2 then 6.5 liters in a mid-rear position, up to 670 hp on the SuperVeloce. Viscous-coupling all-wheel drive, manual or e-gear automated transmission, tubular steel chassis with carbon-fiber elements.
Tires and wheels
Tire and wheel compatibility
Les Lamborghini chaussent des pneus de très grand diamètre et à profil bas, avec montage étagé (pneus arrière plus larges que l'avant) sur les modèles sport. L'Urus utilise couramment des jantes de 21, 22 et 23 pouces. Les voitures sport comme la Huracán emploient des dimensions ultra-performance en 19-20 pouces. L'entraxe (bolt pattern) le plus fréquent est en 5 trous, partagé avec d'autres modèles du groupe Volkswagen. Au Québec, le passage à des pneus d'hiver homologués est essentiel et obligatoire : il faut privilégier des dimensions hiver adaptées, souvent sur jantes de diamètre inférieur, pour préserver l'adhérence par temps froid.
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