Wednesday, 13 February 2008 |

Inspired by the F-22 Raptor fighter jet, US$1.5 million Lamborghini Reventón
was unveiled. If numbers mean anything to you – the new supercar is
powered by a 650hp 6.5L V12 engine, accelerates from 0-100 km/h in just
3.4 seconds and has a maximum speed of over 340 km/h. The
Lamborghini design team used the technical base of their Murcielago
LP640, compressed it and then amped it up. As with other current
models, the Reventón is defined through its sharp edges, smooth
surfaces and aerodynamic lines. Tempted as you may be, put away
your cheque books and credit cards, all twenty models that will be
manufactured are taken as the Lamborghini brand reinforces its
legendary status. By Andrew J Wiener
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