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Lamborghini LMA002 Prototype 4.8 (332 Hp)
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Lamborghini LMA002:
The Lamborghini LMA002 was a prototype offroad vehicle designed and built by Lamborghini while the company was headed by the then 26-year-old Patrick Mimran. It was a follow-up to the LM001 and was first presented at the 1982 Geneva Auto Show.
Finally seeing the problems with their initial designs , Lamborghini decided to move the engine to the front. This required a redesign of the entire chassis. This was also the first time the V12 engine from the Countach was actually used in an offroad vehicle, producing 332 bhp and 314 lb⋅ft of torque, significantly more power than its predecessors. The redesign used a tubular steel spaceframe and increased the overall weight by about 500 kg to 2,600 kg. Moving the engine also freed up a large amount of space in the rear, which allowed for enough room to fit 6 more passengers, for a total of 11 occupants....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Prototype Overview:
Lamborghini LMA002 (Prototype). With 426 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2600 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. The top speed reaches 188 km/h. A rugged vehicle built to handle rough terrains and challenging driving conditions. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
As a military-derived prototype from 1982, the Lamborghini LMA002 was never subjected to modern Euro NCAP safety tests. Its design prioritizes ruggedness and off-road capability over passive occupant safety features common in contemporary vehicles.
4.8 (332 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 4.8L V12 engine delivers impressive power for its era, enabling robust off-road performance and a respectable top speed of 188 km/h for such a heavy vehicle. Its naturally aspirated nature provides linear power delivery.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is extremely poor, as expected from a large displacement, carbureted V12 engine in a heavy off-road vehicle. High running costs are a given.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Iconic V12 engine performance for an off-road vehicle
- • Exceptional off-road capability and rugged design
- • Significant historical importance as a precursor to the LM002
- • Extreme rarity and collector's appeal
- • Unique and imposing presence
Cons:
- • Very poor fuel economy due to large V12 and carburetion
- • High maintenance costs and complexity of the V12 engine
- • Limited comfort and refinement compared to road-focused vehicles
- • Lack of modern safety features
- • Challenging to drive and park in urban environments
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Lamborghini |
| Model: | LMA002 |
| Generation: | Prototype |
| Modification (Engine): | 4.8 (332 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1982 |
| End of production: | 1982 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Off-road vehicle |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 332 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 69.8 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 426 Nm @ 4500 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 4754 |
| Number of cylinders: | 12 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Fuel injection system: | Carburettor |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 17 l |
| Coolant: | 17 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 85.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 69 mm mm |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Maximum speed: | 188 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.8 kg/Hp, 127.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.1 kg/Nm, 163.8 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2600 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 280 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4790 mm mm |
| Width: | 2000 mm mm |
| Height: | 1850 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2950 mm mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 2000 mm |
| Front track: | 1615 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1615 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 300 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Wheel rims size | 9J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Independent coil spring |
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