{"id":889928,"date":"2025-08-09T14:02:27","date_gmt":"2025-08-09T14:02:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/?p=889928"},"modified":"2025-08-09T14:02:27","modified_gmt":"2025-08-09T14:02:27","slug":"driving-the-lamborghini-diablo-eccentrica-restomod","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/driving-the-lamborghini-diablo-eccentrica-restomod\/","title":{"rendered":"Driving the Lamborghini Diablo Eccentrica restomod"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Top Gear managed to get a hold of the Eccentrica, the restomod version of the original Lamborghini Diablo, ahead of the official unveiling during Monterey Car Week in California, the car shown in this video is the Rose Phoenix, Eccentrica&#8217;s second prototype, finished in triple-layer Rose Gold, with semi-matte black contrasts and a refined interior finished in Coconut Alcantara and Maxpell leather, together with the former Chief Technology Officer of Automobilli Lamborghini, Top Geat was able to drive the early 90&#8217;s Lamborghini Diablo before taking a seat inside this re-imagined, New Diablo.<\/p>\n<p><iframe class=\"zeen-lazy-load-base zeen-lazy-load\" title=\"FIRST DRIVE: New Lamborghini Diablo \u2013 \u201890s Icon Reborn!\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"about:blank\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/fOxJbA8HwIE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><noscript><iframe title=\"FIRST DRIVE: New Lamborghini Diablo \u2013 \u201890s Icon Reborn!\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/fOxJbA8HwIE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"308\" data-end=\"689\">Launched by entrepreneur Emanuel Colombini, founder of Eccentrica Cars, the Eccentrica V12 is a carefully crafted restomod of the classic Lamborghini Diablo, the project emerged from Colombini\u2019s deep admiration for the original design, aiming to enhance everyday usability while preserving the car\u2019s soul.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"728\" data-end=\"974\">Based on the Lamborghini Diablo, the Eccentrica retains its iconic silhouette, but with precise tweaks such as carbon-fiber bodywork, shorter overhangs, wider stance, and modern aerodynamic elements, exterior updates include LED lighting (front fascia lighting, taillights), reimagined vents, roof scoops, Capristo exhaust, and modern 19-inch Pirelli-wrapped alloy wheels.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"728\" data-end=\"974\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Eccentrica-002.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" 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https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Eccentrica-002-1400x1121.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1223\" data-end=\"1431\">The upgraded naturally aspirated 5.7 L V12 now produces around 550 hp and 600 Nm of torque\u2014thanks to new camshafts, an electronic throttle body, and optimized flywheel, power is routed through a bespoke six-speed gated manual gearbox with revised ratios and smoother delivery.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1223\" data-end=\"1431\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/2024-Eccentrica-03.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-865356\" src=\"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/2024-Eccentrica-03.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1428\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/2024-Eccentrica-03.jpg 2000w, 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significantly more refined and livable.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1616\" data-end=\"1863\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Eccentrica-003.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-886746\" src=\"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Eccentrica-003.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Eccentrica-003.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Eccentrica-003-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Eccentrica-003-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Eccentrica-003-100x67.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Eccentrica-003-770x513.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Eccentrica-003-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Eccentrica-003-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Eccentrica-003-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Eccentrica-003-1155x770.jpg 1155w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Eccentrica-003-370x247.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Eccentrica-003-293x195.jpg 293w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Eccentrica-003-1400x933.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1904\" data-end=\"2117\">Inside, the Eccentrica mixes retro style with modern tech. The gated shifter remains, but now accompanies a digital display and infotainment system integrated into the dash, added features include a digital rearview mirror, Marantz audio system, Alcantara upholstery, and customizable elements\u2014reflecting both comfort and craftsmanship.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1904\" data-end=\"2117\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Eccentrica-001.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-886745\" src=\"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Eccentrica-001.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1854\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Eccentrica-001.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Eccentrica-001-300x278.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Eccentrica-001-1024x949.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Eccentrica-001-100x93.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Eccentrica-001-770x714.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Eccentrica-001-1536x1424.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Eccentrica-001-500x464.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Eccentrica-001-293x272.jpg 293w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Eccentrica-001-1400x1298.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2354\" data-end=\"2509\">Production is extremely limited, only 19 examples will be built, with deliveries beginning in summer 2025, the price is xpected to hover around \u20ac1.2 million ($1.3 million), excluding the cost of the donor Diablo, the next performance chapter of the Eccentrica V12 will be unveiled at The Quail during Monterey Car Week this August in the United States.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2354\" data-end=\"2509\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Eccentrica-000.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-886747\" src=\"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Eccentrica-000.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1428\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Eccentrica-000.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Eccentrica-000-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Eccentrica-000-1024x731.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Eccentrica-000-100x71.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Eccentrica-000-770x550.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Eccentrica-000-1536x1097.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Eccentrica-000-500x357.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Eccentrica-000-293x209.jpg 293w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Eccentrica-000-1400x1000.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2726\" data-end=\"3097\">This car exemplifies a rare blend: it respects iconic design while embracing modern engineering. It speaks to collectors who cherish nostalgia but demand performance and usability. Featuring the Eccentrica on your blog offers readers a glimpse into how automotive history can be elegantly reinterpreted for today\u2014at the pinnacle of design, exclusivity, and craftsmanship.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Top Gear managed to get a hold of the Eccentrica, the restomod version of the original Lamborghini Diablo, ahead of the official unveiling during Monterey Car Week in California, the car shown in this video is the Rose Phoenix, Eccentrica&#8217;s second prototype, finished in triple-layer Rose Gold, with semi-matte black contrasts and a refined interior finished in Coconut Alcantara and Maxpell leather, together with the former Chief Technology Officer of Automobilli Lamborghini, Top Geat was able to drive the early 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