Lamborghini LP834. Murcielago replacement nears

Lamborghini has revealed the basic mechanical specification and performance numbers of its upcoming Murcielago replacement, currently known under the development title LP834 but heavily tipped to get the name Aventador LP700-4 in production. The new Sant'Agata supercar, the first to use Lamborghini's new generation V12 engine, is planned to get a public unveiling at the Geneva auto show in March.

Engine: naturally aspirated 6.5-litre V12
Power: 691bhp (515kW) at 6800rpm
Torque: 506lb ft (690Nm) at 5500rpm
Weight: 3704lbs (1680kg)
Weight-to-power: 5.4lbs per bhp (3.3kg per KW)
Gearbox: seven-speed sequential manual
Drive: four-wheel drive
0-62mph (0-100km/h): 2.8sec
Top speed: 217mph (349km/h)
Fuel consumption: 13.7mpg (17.2L/100km)