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How much power can you extract from a naturally aspirated 5.2-liter V10 engine? We're about to get a new answer to that question since Lamborghini is testing the SV version of the Huracan.
This "entry-level" supercar is extremely young, so it's surprising to see they are already looking to improve it. However, this segment of the exotic market has become extremely competitive. Not only is Ferrari's new 488 GTB much faster than the old 458, but Audi offers the same V10 as the Huracan on its carbon-infused R8 V10 Plus. At the end of the day, 610 horsepower doesn't seem all that impressive when you consider the Tesla Model S and Dodge's Hellcats have more.
But let's not get ahead of ourselves with the presumption that this is a Super Veloce model and instead examine the photos. The test mule clearly has two extra tailpipes out back, behind some metal mesh camouflage. However, there aren't any measuring devices on the wheels, so the powertrain changes aren't going to be drastic.
Instead of just using the S and V letters, we want to turn your attention to the Gallardo Superleggera launched at the 2007 Geneva Motor Show. It only had another 10 horsepower to play with, but a 100 kg (220 lbs) weight reduction meant it set the pace. The 0 to 100 km/h time had been reduced by 0.2 seconds, which is a lot for any supercar.
Why does the Lambo need to lose weight? Because the dry weight of this machine is 1,422 kilograms, while McLaren claims its 650S is 1330 kilos.
However, there was a hiatus of about 5 years between the regular model and the Superleggera while the Huracan is still an infant. That's why this prototype could also preview something like a Squadra Corse, with a design inspired by race cars and downforce-enhancing aerodynamics.
The ways of the supercar are always mysterious, but they are terribly exciting. So we'll just have to keep our keen eye out for further information about the new bull, which should come out in 2016.
But let's not get ahead of ourselves with the presumption that this is a Super Veloce model and instead examine the photos. The test mule clearly has two extra tailpipes out back, behind some metal mesh camouflage. However, there aren't any measuring devices on the wheels, so the powertrain changes aren't going to be drastic.
Instead of just using the S and V letters, we want to turn your attention to the Gallardo Superleggera launched at the 2007 Geneva Motor Show. It only had another 10 horsepower to play with, but a 100 kg (220 lbs) weight reduction meant it set the pace. The 0 to 100 km/h time had been reduced by 0.2 seconds, which is a lot for any supercar.
Why does the Lambo need to lose weight? Because the dry weight of this machine is 1,422 kilograms, while McLaren claims its 650S is 1330 kilos.
However, there was a hiatus of about 5 years between the regular model and the Superleggera while the Huracan is still an infant. That's why this prototype could also preview something like a Squadra Corse, with a design inspired by race cars and downforce-enhancing aerodynamics.
The ways of the supercar are always mysterious, but they are terribly exciting. So we'll just have to keep our keen eye out for further information about the new bull, which should come out in 2016.
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