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How fast does it go? is the sort of question you hear from adolescent petrolheads not genuine supercar buyers. So I was a bit surprised to hear Lamborghini CEO Stephan Winkelmann claim that top speed is no longer the number one priority. Was it ever?
Even acceleration is pretty irrelevant, when it comes down to shaving a further tenth of a second off an already sub-four-second 0-62mph sprint. If we must talk figures, then 80-180mph is the exciting bit, but the real pleasure comes not from the numbers but from the ultra-smooth delivery of phenomenal torque, the reassuring feel of lithe, supple suspension, a perfect dynamic balance, and so on.
Nevertheless, I can’t fault Lamborghini’s weight-saving philosophy when it comes to its startling new Sesto Elemento concept car, unveiled in Paris this week. Because everything – from flat-out acceleration to handling, braking, fuel economy, you name it – will benefit hugely from a supercar that weighs less than a tonne. And the Sesto Elemento manages it (just), despite a 570HP V10 engine and four-wheel drive.
And in total contradiction to everything I’ve said above, did you see that the 0-62mph time is just 2.5 seconds? Two point five seconds!
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THIS WEEK IN CLASSIC DRIVER
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PARIS 2010
Paris Motor Show 2010: Photo Gallery
With a diverse mix of exciting new models some expected, and others a well-kept secret till the wraps came off this year's Paris Motor Show is set to open in a storm of energy and admiration. read
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PARIS 2010
VW Group Night
The car world responded with enthusiasm to an invitation from the VW Group on the eve of the Paris Motor Show and with more than one big surprise in store, the guests were not disappointed. read
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PARIS 2010
Jaguar C-X75 Concept
Jaguar's new four-wheel-drive electric supercar, the C-X75 concept, uses four 195bhp electric motors to produce a remarkable 780bhp and 1180lb ft of torque. But the most groundbreaking aspect is the electric car's range. read more...
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PARIS 2010
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PARIS 2010
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PARIS 2010
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EVENTS
RAID Suisse–Paris Rally
Accepting an invitation from Oris watches to take part in the 20th anniversary Suisse–Paris RAID rally seemed like such a good idea back in April... writes Simon de Burton.
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EVENTS
Jaguar 75th Tour from Coventry to Goodwood
The Jaguar name is 75 years old this year, writes John Simister. In the Crystal Room, at the Mayfair Hotel in London's West End, the as-yet unknighted William Lyons revealed the first SS Jaguar on 21 September 1935. read
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NEWS
Lamborghini Gallardo Blancpain Edition
Lamborghini and Blancpain, the world's oldest luxury watchmaker, have combined their expertise in technology and design to create the Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4 Blancpain Edition. read more...
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CLASSIC LIFE
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Monaco Yacht Show 2010: Top Five
Every year at the end of September, Monaco's Port Hercules is given over to the delights of the Monaco Yacht Show. Classic Life here presents its own Top Five' of the largest megayachts at the Show. read
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