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| Countach LPI 800-4 | |
|---|---|
| Name | Countach LPI 800-4 |
| Manufacturer | Lamborghini S.p.A. |
| Production | 2021 |
| Assembly | Sant'Agata Bolognese, Italy |
| Class | Sports car |
| Body style | 2-door coupé |
| Layout | Mid-engine, all-wheel drive |
| Engine | 6.5 L Lamborghini V12 + hybrid system |
| Power output | ~814 PS total |
| Transmission | 7-speed ISR |
| Wheelbase | 2650 mm |
| Length | 4831 mm |
| Width | 2030 mm |
| Height | 1139 mm |
Countach LPI 800-4
The Countach LPI 800-4 is a limited-run sports car produced by Lamborghini S.p.A. in 2021, commemorating the 50th anniversary of the original Countach with a modern reinterpretation. It combines a V12 internal combustion engine with a hybrid energy recovery system developed by Automobili Lamborghini, and showcases styling inspired by the 1970s concept while integrating contemporary engineering from Sant'Agata Bolognese. The model was unveiled alongside announcements from Volkswagen Group brands and attracted attention from collectors represented by Barrett-Jackson, Sotheby's, and RM Sotheby's.
Design work for the model originated at Centro Stile Lamborghini under the direction of Mitja Borkert and followed precedents set by designers such as Marcello Gandini and Giorgetto Giugiaro for past Lamborghini models like the Miura and Diablo. The exterior references the wedge profile of the 1971 Lamborghini Countach prototype while integrating cues from the Lamborghini Aventador and Lamborghini Sián FKP 37. Concept studies were discussed alongside engineering input from Lamborghini Squadra Corse and Lamborghini Centro Stile, while technical validation involved suppliers including Pirelli, Brembo, and Akrapovič. Design collaborations involved materials expertise from SGL Carbon and Alcantara S.p.A., and homologation processes interfaced with agencies such as the European Commission and Italian Ministry of Transport.
The drivetrain pairs a naturally aspirated 6.5-liter V12 derived from Lamborghini's V12 family—seen in the Lamborghini Huracán STO and Aventador SVJ—with a 48-volt electric motor and supercapacitor energy storage system first showcased in the Lamborghini Sián program. Power delivery and gear selection use a 7-speed ISR transmission shared in concept with the Aventador platform, while torque distribution is managed by an all-wheel-drive system coordinated by an electronic differential and Bosch control units. Performance targets placed the car in the company of contemporaries like the Ferrari SF90 Stradale, McLaren Speedtail, and Porsche 918 Spyder, with manufacturers and motorsport divisions such as Dallara and Magneti Marelli consulted for dynamics and calibration.
The carbon-fiber monocoque chassis leverages composite technology from collaborators including SGL Carbon and Dallara, and integrates active aerodynamic elements developed with input from wind tunnel partners at Politecnico di Milano and TU Ilmenau. Brake systems by Brembo and suspension elements by Öhlins provide mechanical grip, while wheels developed with BBS and tires by Pirelli P Zero were validated on circuits such as Monza and Nürburgring Nordschleife. Computational fluid dynamics work referenced methodologies associated with NASA Langley and Volkswagen Group Research, optimizing downforce and drag for high-speed stability comparable to models from McLaren Automotive and Koenigsegg Automotive.
The cockpit combines handcrafted details from Italian ateliers including Poltrona Frau and Alcantara with digital interfaces using Bosch infotainment and Harman Kardon or Bang & Olufsen audio options. Instrumentation integrates displays and telemetry systems similar to those used in Lamborghini Squadra Corse race cars, and driver aids employ sensor arrays from Continental AG and Continental's ADAS partners. Connectivity and navigation features align with offerings from Apple Inc. CarPlay and Google LLC Android Auto ecosystems, while climate and comfort systems use components by Valeo and Mahle.
Production was strictly limited and managed at Lamborghini's Sant'Agata Bolognese facility with coachbuilding processes referencing Zagato and Pininfarina bespoke workflows. Pricing positioned the car among ultra-exclusive models like the Ferrari LaFerrari, Aston Martin Valkyrie, and Bugatti Chiron, with auctions handled by houses such as Bonhams and Phillips expected to set collector valuations. Buyers included private collectors, investment groups, and museum acquisitions coordinated through dealerships in Geneva, New York City, and Tokyo, and concierge services from companies like Quintessentially and NetJets arranged deliveries and storage.
The vehicle was reviewed by automotive journalists at publications including Automotive News, Top Gear, Road & Track, and Car and Driver, and was analyzed on platforms such as Motor Trend and Autocar. Reactions compared its homage to the original Countach by Lamborghini, its engineering parallels with the Sián FKP 37 by Lamborghini engineers, and its market positioning among limited-production hypercars by Ferrari, McLaren, and Porsche. The model influenced subsequent presentations at events like the Geneva Motor Show and Goodwood Festival of Speed and contributed to discussions at financial institutions and collector forums including Christie’s and Sotheby’s about the valuation of neo-classic supercars, while remaining a reference point for future Lamborghini projects and heritage programs.