The Eccentrica stand at The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering, featured the Diablo-based Eccentrica V12 and Maurizio Reggiani, who recently retired as Lamborghini’s Chief Technical Officer. Reggiani developed the modernized V-12 devil, aiming to improve driving and functionality while maintaining the classic 1990s style. The 5.7-liter V-12 engine now boasts single-coil ignition, throttle-by-wire, and a redesigned exhaust, sending 500 horsepower and more than 440 pound-feet of torque to the rear wheels via a custom six-speed manual transmission. The drive-mode knob on the console offers standard, comfort, and sport modes, adjusting traction control and engine response. Reggiani enjoys the freedom of a restomod, allowing for creativity without modern restrictions.
Reggiani reminisces about the ’90s era, where development was less constrained by regulations, allowing for a more playful and expressive design. The Eccentrica must comply with the regulations from the original Diablo’s era to remain street-legal, resulting in an impressive and unrestricted sound. The restomod Diablo combines classic supercar looks with an uncompromised driving experience, offering capabilities beyond the stock model. Despite the modern sound system, there is no cassette deck for the owners to enjoy the nostalgia of a mixtape while driving.
### Restomod Development
Reggiani began his career at Lamborghini in 1995 and worked on the Diablo SE and SV models. The Eccentrica V12 is based on the first-series Diablo, produced from 1991 to 1994, providing a sense of closure to his career at Lamborghini. The goal of Eccentrica was to enhance the driving experience and functionality of the original Diablo while preserving its classic aesthetic and ’90s driving ambiance. The improved V-12 engine features advanced technologies such as single-coil ignition, throttle-by-wire, and a custom six-speed manual transmission for enhanced performance.
### Technological Advancements
The modernized Eccentrica V12 boasts an electronically-controlled damper system and advanced engine management, enabling a drive-mode knob for switching between standard, comfort, and sport modes. The knob also adjusts traction control and engine response, allowing for a personalized driving experience. Reggiani appreciates the creative freedom of a restomod project, enabling him to revisit the unrestricted design ethos of the ’90s era without modern constraints. The result is a rejuvenated Diablo that embodies the best of ’90s supercar technology with contemporary enhancements.
### Compliance and Sound Design
The Eccentrica must adhere to the regulations in place during the original Diablo’s production to ensure street-legal status. The restricted regulatory environment of the ’90s era allowed for a more expressive and sonorous engine sound, enhancing the overall driving experience. The limited restrictions on emissions and sound quality in the restomod Diablo create an impressive auditory sensation for enthusiasts. Reggiani emphasizes the importance of preserving the classic supercar aesthetics while enhancing performance and capabilities beyond the original model.
### Nostalgic Appeal
The Eccentrica V12 pays homage to the ’90s automotive era, blending classic design elements with modern technologies for a unique driving experience. Despite the absence of a cassette deck for playing mixtapes, the restomod Diablo features a cutting-edge Marantz sound system to complement the nostalgic charm of the vehicle. Owners can enjoy the combination of retro aesthetics and contemporary performance in this limited-edition supercar, showcasing the enduring appeal of ’90s automotive design and engineering.