Edo Competition LP710/2 Lamborghini

Making 710hp
by Brian Potter
August 1, 2008 3:32 PM
Filed Under: European, Lamborghini, Tuners

Last we heard from Edo Competition's Lamborghini LP 640, it had just received a 23hp boost to 663hp and clocked a record breaking 345.7 km/h (214.8 mph) run, making it the fastest top speed ever recorded by a Lamborghini at the high-speed test track in Nardo, Italy.

Never content, the quest for more power has brought the Edo team back to the LP 640 with successful results. This time, through new exhaust headers, new high flow catalytic converters, new mufflers, a new exhaust tip, new performance camshafts, modified cylinder heads and new high flow air filters plus reprogrammed engine controls, the company from Ahlen, Germany has added another 47hp for a whopping total of 710hp and 700 Nm (516 ft-lb) . The result is 0 - 100 km/h (62 mph) in 3.2 seconds; 0 – 200 km/h (124 mph) in under 10 seconds.

With an aerodynamically optimized rear wing with an adjustable lip, the Edo team should have no problem breaking their last record as they calculate the vehicle is capable of a top speed greater than 360 km/h (224 mph) .

Source: Edo Competition
Press Release (Click to expand)

edo competition LP710 /2

The mightiest bull there ever was ...

... edo competition builds the world’s fastest Lamborghini

Anyone searching for the exceptional simply has to look to edo competition. Tapping its roots as one of the ultimate performance vehicle tuners, the company from Ahlen, Germany has turned its eyes towards a very
special car, the new Lamborghini Murciélago LP 640.

The already extremely capable monster has been turned into the world’s fastest and most powerful Lamborghini by edo competition: the edo LP710 /2.

Specifications:
Engine: 6.5 liter V12
Output: 710 hp and 700 Nm (516 ft-lb)
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h (0 – 62 mph): 3.2 seconds
0 – 200 km/h (0 – 124 mph): under 10 seconds!
Top speed: >360 km/h (>224 mph)

The increase in power was achieved through the use of new exhaust headers, new high flow catalytic converters, new mufflers, a new exhaust tip, new performance camshafts, modified cylinder heads and new high flow air
filters.

The engine controls are reprogrammed to make ideal use of the individual modifications.

This powerful package is brought to perfection with optimized aerodynamics which enhances the stability of the mighty bull and bestows the car with an even more dynamic elegance. A newly developed and beautifully
shaped rear wing with an adjustable lip completes the aerodynamics package.

A high-speed wheel and tire combination: 19 inch light alloy wheel set with special Continental high-speed tires: 225/35 ZR 19 Continental V-max in the front and 325/30 ZR 19 Continental V-max in the rear.

High performance exhaust system
A marvelous sound emanates from the edo competition stainless steel high performance exhaust system which includes a new exhaust tip. A new butterfly-valve control system – remote-controlled on request – is available,
too. The more aggressive rear view is a great side-effect.

Drivetrain / clutch
edo competition has developed a new single disc clutch. Additionally the 4-wheel drive arrangement is turned into a 2-wheel drive setup. The LP 710 /2 is delivered with rear wheel drive. Weight savings of 40 kg (88 lb)
and more agile handling are the result of this conversion.

All modifications are carried out exclusively at edo competition Motorsport GmbH in Ahlen.

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Comments

every thing about this car is nice but i hate this dull color

by mmr66 | August 1, 2008 3:44 PM
I don't like the rims but, well, in this case form follows function so i guess its ok.

by bernardo | August 1, 2008 4:21 PM
I like it alot, very nice color and rims. The wing is actually nice too, its reminiscent of the Diablos wing.

by Xanavi23 | August 1, 2008 4:46 PM
Is Edo competition a tuner company for Lambos?

by The_woo_factor | August 1, 2008 5:04 PM
Yeah, but I think they do Ferrari and some other makes as well.

Wait, LP710/2? Does that mean it's RWD instead of 4WD?

by motorjedi | August 1, 2008 5:29 PM
i love how the take an already juiced car (640) and make it even more powerful cant complain, i love it and yea lp710/2 does mean rear wheel drive

by dbehmoaras | August 1, 2008 6:04 PM
rwd lambo + 0-60 in 3.2s? thats pretty impressive actually. I can't help but to wonder how much of the 47 extra hp comes from eliminating driveline losses, or if it is straight from the engine hp.

by joe_limon | August 1, 2008 6:18 PM
More than just driveline losses - which I don't reckon would count for more than 10bhp - there's no mention about how much less this thing weighs. Knocking off the front driveshafts means at least 2 seconds on something so powerful. That's nuts! Can't wait for the Last official 'Lago from Lambo before they replace it. LP750/2? I wouldn't put it past them.

by motorjedi | August 2, 2008 8:02 AM
Two seconds is a bit ambitious, but indeed eliminating the front differential and drive components will save a good chunk of weight. As for power losses in AWD applications, since horsepower is measured at the flywheel, none of that 47 is gained from drive train losses. It's the direct result of beautiful mechanical modifications.

by Bremen_Koenigsegg | August 3, 2008 1:19 AM
They made it rear wheel drive, got to love them for this.

by Monkey | August 1, 2008 8:03 PM
I love the LP640 and roadster variant. Now, this?! You could paint it hot pink and it'd still be bad ass. With the Reventon in mind, I can't imagine what it's replacement will look like. Suffice to say, it should be impressive!

by RobERob | August 1, 2008 9:57 PM
Very Very nice!!

by whodit1 | August 1, 2008 11:00 PM
BRAVO AUDI!

by carfan58 | August 1, 2008 11:26 PM
the magic touch from Edo Competition what a super car....Lamborghini has no match when it comes to the look=BAD ASS

by speed-lover | August 2, 2008 12:24 AM
Nice, but if i had the money, i'd buy a stock murcielago and turn it into a race car, instead of them doing it for me, it'd be much more fun and rewarding. :P

by qwerty-acme | August 3, 2008 3:21 AM
I LOVE the fact that they dropped the front differential, making this car what some call a "true" sports/super car.

by Xanavi23 | August 3, 2008 5:54 AM
You wouldn't say that if you had a chance to drive an AWD Lambo...

by kimbo | August 4, 2008 11:11 AM
Maybe maybe not...a RWD Murcielago would probably equal my death(with current skill) but nonetheless while im sure an AWD Lambo is good in its own way. RWD has its own direct/pure feeling.

by Xanavi23 | August 4, 2008 9:08 PM

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