Gallery: New Lamborghini Huracán LP 580-2 Is a Welcome Return to Insanity
Lamborghini01Huracán LP 580-2-3-4 Front Red
The new Lamborghini Huracán LP 580-2 is rear-wheel drive, like the Lamborghinis of old.
Lamborghini02Huracán LP 580-2-Interior Side
The Italian sports car brand has favored all wheel drive models in recent years, building cars that are far less likely to punish inept bonus-happy stock slingers.
Lamborghini03Huracán LP 580-2-Front Red
Sending all 580 ponies from the naturally aspirated 5.2-liter V10 directly to the rear wheels makes for a far more rebellious ride.
Lamborghini04Huracán LP 580-2-Back Red
With rear wheel drive, stability control sends power to just two wheels. That makes for an inherently less stable driving experience that rewards skill.
Lamborghini05LP580-2-Interior+Wide-A3-300dpi
In a mid-engine car like the Huracán, where 60 percent of the weight is on the rear end, it’s far easier to slide the rear and steer with the throttle.
Lamborghini06LP580-2+3-4+Back+Red-A3-300dpi
“It is a serious car for serious drivers: it is maximum driving fun," says Lambo CEO Stephan Winkelmann.
Lamborghini07LP580-2+Side+Red-A3-300dpi
No word on price, but it won’t be cheap.
