Classic Sports Car

LAMBORGHIN­I ESPADA

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Sold/no built 1968-’78/1227

Constructi­on steel monocoque, aluminium bonnet

Engine all-alloy, dohc-per-bank 3929cc V12, six twin-choke Weber 40DCOE carbs

Max power 350bhp @ 6500rpm

Max torque 290lb ft @ 5500rpm

Transmissi­on five-speed manual, RWD

Suspension independen­t, by wishbones, coil springs, telescopic dampers and anti-roll bar f/r

Steering ZF worm and sector, optional power assistance

Brakes vented Girling discs, with twin servos

Length 15ft 61/2 in (4730mm)

Width 6ft 11/2 in (1867mm)

Height 3ft 11in (1195mm)

Wheelbase 8ft 81/2 in (2655mm)

Weight 3875lb (1761kg)

0-60mph 6.5 secs

Top speed 158mph Mpg 15

Price new £10,945 (1973)

Price now £80-140,000

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