2003-2009 Lamborghini Murcielago R-GT
The Lamborghini Murcielago R-GT was introduced in 2003. It was developed by Lamborghini in collaboration with Reiter Engineering, a German racing team that specializes in building and racing Lamborghinis. The car was based on the already impressive Murcielago road car but was extensively modified to meet the demands of racing.
In terms of race victories, the Lamborghini Murcielago R-GT was not as successful as some of its competitors, but it did achieve several notable results. Its first major victory came at the Zhuhai round of the 2004 FIA GT Championship, where it finished first in class and ninth overall. The car also won the GTS class at the 2005 24 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps, and it took pole position at the same event in 2006.
Several drivers piloted the Lamborghini Murcielago R-GT during its racing career, including Peter Kox, Fabio Babini, and Jamie Davies. Kox and Babini were the most successful drivers, scoring several podium finishes in the FIA GT Championship and the 24 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps.
In terms of technical specs, the Lamborghini Murcielago R-GT featured a naturally aspirated 6.0-liter V12 engine that produced around 590-640 horsepower during it's racing tenure. The car had a six-speed sequential gearbox. The bodywork was made from carbon fiber, which helped reduce weight and improve aerodynamics.
Performance-wise, the Lamborghini Murcielago R-GT was certainly no slouch. It could accelerate from 0-60 mph in around 3.2 seconds and had a top speed of over 200 mph. Its advanced suspension setup allowed it to handle corners with ease, making it a formidable competitor on the race track.
The Murcielago R-GT was an impressive race car that helped establish Lamborghini as a serious player in the world of GT racing. #racing #racingcars #cars #carstr #grownostr