My Dream Car!

And now for my Dream Car...

The Lamborghini Murcielago LP640... And what a car it is




The Lamborghini Murcielago LP640 specs:

Car Highlights in Bold

• Price : $338 000 USD
• Engine: 60 Degree, Aluminum Alloy, V12
• Valvetrain : DOHC, 4 Valves per Cyl w/VVT & VIS
• Fuel Injection w/Variable Intake
• Displacement: 6496 cc / 396.4 cu in
• Power : 477.3 kw / 640 bhp @ 8000 rpm
• hp per litre: 98.52 bhp per litre (My Honda actually gets more HP per Litre)
  
• bhp/weight: 384.38 bhp per weight
• torque : 660 nm / 486.8 ft lbs @ 6000 rpm
• drive wheels: Permanent 4WD w/Viscous Traction
• body / frame: Carbon Fibre Body over Tubular Steel Frame w/Steel Roof
• front brakes: Carbon-Ceramic Discs w/Power Assist, 8-Pot Calipers, ABS, DRP
• f brake size: 80 mm / 15.0 in (this is bigger then most common rim sizes on cars)
  
• rear brakes : Carbon-Ceramic Discs w/Power Assist, 4-Pot Calipers, ABS, DRP
• r brake size :355 mm / 14.0 in
• front wheels : F 45.7 x 21.6 cm / 18.0 x 8.5 in
• rear wheels : R 45.7 x 33.0 cm / 18.0 x 13.0 in
• front tire size: Pirelli P Zero ROSSO 245/35ZR18 Pirelli P Zero Rosso
• rear tire size : Pirelli P Zero ROSSO 335/30ZR18 Pirelli P Zero Rosso
• weight : 1665 kg / 3671 lbs
• wheelbase: 2665 mm / 104.9 in
• length : 4610 mm / 181.5 in
• width : 2058 mm / 81.0 in
• height : 1135 mm / 44.7 in (LOL, 3 feet 8 inches)
  
• transmission: 6-Speed Manual
• gear ratios 3.091:1, 2.105:1, 1.565:1, 1.241:1, 1.065:1, 0.939:1 (These are Crazy)
• top speed: 339.6 kph / 211 mph
• 0 - 60 mph: 3.4 seconds

A mini Review now:

The new Lamborghini Murcielago LP640 features considerable innovations in terms of body design and mechanics. And also with a new name: Murcielago LP640, which refers to its engine position - longitudinale posteriore - and to its power 640 bhp. Designers and engineers have not only focused on reworking the engine, suspensions, gearbox, exhaust system, brakes and electronics, but also the interior and exterior design; improvements that make the Murcielago LP 640 the most extreme and fastest sports car in its class, placing it at the very top.

The first vehicles will be available in spring 2006. Since the original Murcielago’s debut at the 2001 International Car Show (IAA) in Frankfurt, around 2,000 vehicles have left the car plant in Sant’ Agata Bolognese.

Unmistakable Lamborghini Design

In their reinterpretation of the Lamborghini Murcielago LP640, the designers at the Lamborghini Style Centre have remained true to the traditional Lamborghini principles of purism, sport and function. The Murcielago LP640 now appears even more aggressive, with the new front and rear bumpers contributing significantly to its appearance. The exhaust system terminal has been incorporated in the diffuser on the rear bumper. Other innovations include the rear lights, which enhance the distinguishing features of the Murcielago LP640, making it unmistakable even at night. The design of the sides is also worth mentioning: while the area behind the air intake on the right side is practically closed, the left side features a vast aperture for cooling the oil radiator. Together with the aerodynamically defined front and rear, this proves yet again that the shape of a Lamborghini is dictated by function.

More Powerful Engine

The engine of the new Murcielago LP640 has undergone outstanding and radical modification. The increased bore and longer stroke have boosted the displacement of the classic 60° V-engine from 6.2 liters to 6.5 liters. Thus the already extraordinary 580 bhp engine power has now been elevated to an impressive peak of 640 bhp at 8,000 rpm. The 12-cylinder engine reaches a maximum torque of 487 lb-ft at 6,000 rpm.

The new Murcielago LP640 features a modified sixratio gearbox as well as a tougher rear differential and new axle shafts. On request, the e-gear automatic gearbox is also available equipped with the new
dedicated “Thrust” (acceleration programme) mode.

Frame and Chassis: Perfect Harmony

The body of the Murcielago LP640 with its characteristic scissor doors is created from the prized union of sheet steel and honeycombed carbon fiber, glued and riveted together.

Driving, handling and stability at high speed are enhanced by new springs and stabilizers, as well as by a redesigned electronically controlled damper. The "antidive" and "anti-squat" features on the axles, which efficiently prevent so-called "brake diving" and "squatting", have not been changed. The two springs on every rear wheel, the single spring on every front wheel and the damper are placed coaxially.

Optional Ceramic Carbon Brakes

The dual hydraulic circuit brake system equipped with a vacuum brake booster ensures considerable deceleration values. The self-ventilating front and rear brake disks measure 380 mm x 34 mm and 355 mm x 32 mm respectively. The control circuit of the four-channel anti-blocking system (ABS) with electronic brake control (DRP) and traction control (TCS) features a new characteristic curve. The system consists in an electro-hydraulic control unit and four speed sensors.

When particularly high braking performance is required, it is possible to equip the vehicle with 380 mm x 36 mm ceramic carbon brakes featuring six-piston brake calipers.

Even More Exclusive Interior

The seats in the cockpit have undergone the most radical changes; more spacious and equipped with redesigned head restraints, the seats now ensure better comfort. The leather upholstery features lozenge-shaped stitching called "Q-citura". The same design is recaptured on the upholstery on the door panels, the panel between the seats and the engine compartment, and on the roof panel.

A new instrument panel has been developed with lights featuring a new graphic design, flanked by a new Kenwood car radio with a 6.5” widescreen monitor and DVD, MP3 and WMA player. An optional navigation system is also available (standard in Japan).

My Take:

This is quite possibly the most perfect looking, perfect everything car i have ever seen. This car looks better then most women. Obsessed? Of course, ive wanted this car since its it came out a few years ago, and now with the new LP640 version, i want it even more. Ive always loved Lambo's, they have this way with me, they just look brilliant.

Ive seen one in the city, not the LP640 version, but thats irrelevant, its spectacular, the growl of the exhaust beats out my Honda any day, and the look, and the way it looks while being driven, and the smell of the V12 fumes, its heaven on earth, and one day, i hope to just drive one, one day...