Diablo, the iconic sports car which will delight a whole generation! Its history dates back to the 1980s. Lamborghini strives to develop a successor to its flagship model of the time, the (no less iconic) Countach. The “devilish” Diablo was first presented to the public at the Geneva Motor Show in 1990. Its bold and aggressive design was created by Marcello Gandiniimmediately attracts attention. Diablo is low, wide and clumsy, with muscular lines and a futuristic look. His name “Diablo”, which means “devil” in Spanish, is in perfect harmony with his athletic physique. Under the hood, it’s anything but an angel. It feeds on a 5.7-liter V12 engine mounted in the rear middle position. Initially 492 horsepower, but over the years its power has improved. The maximum power is 575 horsepower. for the ultimate version of Diablo GT!

Iconic in many ways

Equipped in this way, he can achieve impressive bursts of speed at top speed exceeds 325 km/h ! During its career, it has undergone several changes and, in particular, new versions. In 1993, Lamborghini presented Diablo VT, equipped with an all-wheel drive system. Traction with the road is significantly improved. Later in 1998, the Diablo SV was launched, a lighter and more efficient version of the base model. It is also produced in special limited editions such as Diablo SE30 to celebrate Lamborghini’s 30th anniversary Diablo SVR designed for competition, and the Diablo GT we told you about above. In general, this almost 2900 copies Lamborghini Diablo, which came out of Italian factory Sant’Agata Bolognese. In 2001, it was replaced by the equally desirable Murcielago.

A return to grace in electricity

In 2021, Lamborghini surprised everyone relaunch of the mythical Countach, Diablo’s predecessor. He rethought the style of his elder (more softened), and was equipped with a V12 hybrid engine with a capacity of 814 horsepower! What about Diablo? It will also be revived, but not quite in the same form as the Countach. Eccentrica, based in Milan, will present a restomod version of Diablo on July 6. I understand, the original Diablo, upgraded and converted to electric ! The teaser presented by the brand suggests LED headlights, as well as a new bumper. Although the distinctive silhouette of the supercar is still very easy to recognize its lines seem softened, just like an ode to 90s biodesign. On a mechanical level, we still don’t know what power bands it can claim. The Devil is still hiding her game well, but not for long!

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