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Step into the world of the Lamborghini Sesto Elemento, a true masterpiece crafted by the acclaimed designer Filippo Perini. Making its grand debut at the 2010 Paris Motor Show, this high-performance marvel instantly grabbed the attention of car enthusiasts everywhere.
The name “Sesto Elemento,” which means “sixth element,” is a clever reference to carbon’s atomic number, highlighting the car’s extensive use of carbon fibre.
The Sesto Elemento is revolutionary for its use of forged carbon fibre, a cutting-edge material developed in collaboration with Callaway Golf Company. This innovative substance is employed in the car’s chassis and suspension components, resulting in a vehicle that is both incredibly lightweight and exceptionally strong. However, owning such an exclusive, non-road-legal supercar has proven to be a challenge. It’s widely believed that Lamborghini produced only 10 units instead of the intended 20, based on vehicle identification records, though the company has never officially confirmed this.
Inside the Sesto Elemento, you’ll find an interior that’s all about performance. Forget about air conditioning and stereos—this car is stripped down to the essentials. Instead of traditional seats, the car features foam padding attached directly to the carbon fibre frame, emphasizing its race-focused design.
The Sesto Elemento is equipped with Lamborghini’s 6-speed “e-gear” automated manual transmission and an all-wheel-drive system. It’s powered by a 5.2-litre V10 engine borrowed from the Gallardo Superleggera, generating 570 HP and 540 N⋅m (398 lb⋅ft) of torque. With carbon fibre used in the chassis, body, drive shafts, wheels, and suspension components, the car weighs an astonishing 999 kg (2,202 lb)—lighter than a Ford Fiesta! Lamborghini claims the Sesto Elemento can go from 0 to 62 mph (0 to 100 km/h) in a jaw-dropping 2.5 seconds, reach 124 mph (200 km/h) in 8.0 seconds, and achieve a top speed of over 221 mph (356 km/h).
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