Coming together as a project between Lamborghini and Reiter Engineering, the Murciélago will be a welcomed competitor within an already heated rivalry that includes the likes of Porsche and Ferrari. Already outrageous in terms of appearances, the car has been outfitted with FIA-spec aerodynamic aids. An extended front lower lip, side sills and massive rear diffuser are all a part of the exterior update. As with all GT-series cars and nothing new for the raging bull brand, Lamborghini's racer will feature a massive rear wing. Upon its release at this year's Geneva show, the car will be presented unpainted, left in its original black and gray carbon weave. These exterior changes in combination with a stripped out cabin keep the car's weight within the 1,100 kg (2,425 lb) FIA limit.
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| Few modifications were needed to the Murciélago's stock 6.2-L V12 engine to increase its horsepower to 600. (Photo: Lamborghini) |
Fitted with a 6.0-liter V12 derived from the regular production Murciélago, the R-GT's engine features an air restrictor, and yields an output of about 600-hp. Few modifications were done on the engine in comparison with other entries, a point driven home by the stock car's 6.2 liter size, and 580 horsepower production. However, as opposed to keeping a stock gaited shifter, Lamborghini have equipped the Murciélago R-GT with a sequential transmission. Also, due to FIA regulations, the car is no longer driven by permanent all-wheel drive, but rather features rear-wheel drive.
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| At CAD$768,000, it's almost a steal for a GT-class race car. (Photo: Lamborghini) |
The Murciélago R-GT will be supplied and sold by the Lamborghini Customer Sports Program, plus after sales assistance as well. Considering that many a race car and its running costs are in the millions, the R-GT grants those with a half million Euros (CAD$768,000; USD$560,000), and the funds for regular engine and body maintenance, the chance to get out and race their very own GT-class car in competition.