Lamborghini Sesto Elemento 2011
| Lamborghini Sesto Elemento | |
|---|---|
 |
|
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Lamborghini |
| Production | 2011 ( 20 produced) |
| Assembly | Sant'Agata Bolognese, Italy |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Track day car / Supercar |
| Body style | 2-door coupé |
| Layout | Mid-engine, all-wheel-drive |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | Odd-firing 5.2 L FSI V10 570HP |
| Transmission | 6-speed Transmission with paddle shift |
| Dimensions | |
| Curb weight | 999 kg (2,202 lb) |
The Lamborghini Sesto Elemento ("Sixth Element" in English) is a two-door, two-seater, V10 high-performance lightweight limited edition car produced by Italian automaker Lamborghini, which debuted at the 2010 Paris Motor Show.
The Sesto Elemento's name is a reference to the atomic number of carbon, in recognition of the car's extensive use of carbon fiber.
Design
The Sesto Elemento is equipped with a 6-speed semi-automatic transmission with paddle shift and all wheel drive system, mated to a 5.2 litre V10 engine borrowed from the Gallardo, generating 578 PS (425 kW; 570 hp) and 540 N·m (400 lbf·ft) of torque. The chassis, body, drive shaft and suspension components are made of carbon fiber, reducing the overall weight to a mere 999 kilograms (2,202 lb), a weight comparable to subcompact cars.
Air is released through 10 distinctive hexagonal holes in the engine cover, while two intakes funnel cool air into the mid-mounted engine compartment. Lamborghini claims a 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) acceleration time of just 2.5 seconds, and top speed of over 210 mph. Lamborghini sources said that "...they will sell it in very small numbers, in 2013."
Lamborghini Sesto Elemento has a power to weight ratio of 1.75 kg (3.86 lb) per horsepower, which is currently the best power to weight ratio of a production Lamborghini.
The Sesto Elemento's interior is generally bare with few vehicle comforts such as air-conditioning and car stereo. The seats are made of foam and stuck onto the chassis of the vehicle, reducing weight and production costs.
Limited release
Lamborghini announced plans to make 20 Sesto Elementos for track use only in mid-2011. All 20 have been sold. Reported prices range from US$2.2 million to US$2.9 million (GB£1.5 million to GB£2.03 million). At that time, the Sesto Elemento was the most expensive Lamborghini ever created, until the Lamborghini Veneno was launched, with costs of the car up to US$4.5 million (GB£3.61 million).