Redefining the Diablo: Eccentrica's Unconventional Lamborghini Innovation
In the world of classic supercar restoration, Eccentrica Cars has made a significant mark by breathing new life into the legendary Lamborghini Diablo. The Italian company, founded by entrepreneur and racing enthusiast Emanuel Colombini, has set its sights on reviving and reimagining legendary classic supercars, rather than starting with less renowned vehicles.
The Diablo, a V12-powered Berlinetta that first debuted decades ago, serves as Eccentrica Cars' inaugural project. The choice to focus on the Diablo, an icon of 1990s automotive design and performance, aligns with a desire to honour a legendary Italian sports car that left a strong impression in automotive history.
The Eccentrica Diablo is not a mere replica, but a tribute to the original model. Its carbon-bodied frame is reinforced with carbon fibre composite and equipped with TracTive semi-active dampers for enhanced performance. The interior, a blend of retro-futuristic elements, boasts a digital display reminiscent of the first electronic dashboards.
Under the hood, the V12 engine has been upgraded with new valves and camshafts, an electric flywheel, and electronic throttle bodies. This tuning results in a maximum power output of 550hp, combined with 443lb ft of torque. The vehicle is also fitted with Brembo brakes, a new traction control system, and Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R tyres that outperform those fitted to the original Diablo for both road and track use.
The Eccentrica Diablo will be on display at the Goodwood Festival of Speed from 10-13 July, offering enthusiasts a chance to witness this modern twist on a classic supercar. Colombini, who has competed in the Lamborghini Super Trofeo championship and the Italian GT Endurance Championship, hopes to see the market for fully electric supercars split between electric power for everyday cars and the internal combustion engine for sports cars.
For now, Eccentrica Cars' focus remains on Lamborghini, but other models may be considered in the future. Colombini's dream garage includes a Miura SV, Lamborghini Countach LP5000 Quattrovalvole, Lamborghini Murcielago R-GT race car, Pagani Zonda, and Mercedes-Benz 300 SL 'Gullwing'. Only 19 examples of the Eccentrica Diablo will be made, making each one a rare and coveted piece of automotive history.
The best restomods offer a sense of connection with the car, and Colombini believes this will keep the market thriving. As Eccentrica Cars continues to push the boundaries of classic supercar revival, automotive enthusiasts can look forward to seeing more iconic models brought back to life with a modern twist.
- Emanuel Colombini, an entrepreneur and racing enthusiast, founded Eccentrica Cars with an aim to revive and reimagine legendary classic supercars.
- In the motoring lifestyle, the legendary Lamborghini Diablo serves as Eccentrica Cars' inaugural project, chosen for its iconic status in automotive history.
- The Eccentrica Diablo, a tribute to the original model, boasts a carbon-bodied frame reinforced with carbon fiber composite and TracTive semi-active dampers for improved performance.
- With a maximal power output of 550hp and 443lb ft of torque, the Eccentric Diablo's V12 engine has been upgraded with new valves, camshafts, an electric flywheel, and electronic throttle bodies.
- Equipped with Brembo brakes, a new traction control system, and Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R tyres, the Eccentrica Diablo outperforms the original Diablo on both roads and tracks.
- The Eccentrica Diablo will be displayed at the Goodwood Festival of Speed from 10-13 July, offering motorsport enthusiasts a rare opportunity to witness a modern twist on a classic supercar.
- Colombini, a participant in the Lamborghini Super Trofeo championship and Italian GT Endurance Championship, envisions a market where fully electric power dominates everyday cars, while the internal combustion engine remains for sports cars.
- In the future, other models may be considered by Eccentrica Cars, with Colombini dreaming of reviving a Miura SV, Lamborghini Countach LP5000 Quattrovalvole, Lamborghini Murcielago R-GT race car, Pagani Zonda, and Mercedes-Benz 300 SL 'Gullwing'.
- Only 19 examples of the Eccentrica Diablo will be produced, making each one a coveted piece of electric vehicles and automotive history.
- Enthusiasts can look forward to Eccentrica Cars continuing to push limits, as they explore new avenues in the world of classic car-maintenance and sports cars, while embracing the European leagues and Premier League, alongside fashion-and-beauty, food-and-drink, and home-and-garden interests.
