Classic Lambo On Way Back

Lamborghini's Espada is making a comeback - no bull! The Italian supercar manufacturer has created a 2+2 coupé design study, which could reach production by 2008, if bosses at parent company Audi give it the green light.

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11th January 2005

As with the original Espada, which was introduced in 1968, the new version boasts sweeping lines, large overhangs and a hatchback rear tailgate. However, if the car becomes reality, rather than traditional coup΃© doors it's likely to feature a pillarless system similar to that on the Mazda RX-8.

Underneath the huge bonnet the car will be powered by either the 5.0-litre V10 from the Gallardo or the Murci΃©lago's 6.2-litre V12. With the former it would take on rivals such as the Aston Martin DB9 and Maserati's forthcoming 5000GT. With the latter, it would go head-to-head with Ferrari's 612 Scaglietti. The new Espada is based on the VW Group's new D4 platform, which will form the basis for the next-generation VW Phaeton, Audi A8 and Bentley Arnage. Lamborghini's concept is expected to debut at a motor show later this year.