Authors

D. Bizzarri, L. Rizzi, P. Scarpato, L. Bombace, A. Staine, E. Ursitti, Automobili Lamborghini S.p.a., Italy

Year

2026

Print Info

Production/Publication ÖVK

Summary

The challenge of the new Lamborghini Temerario GT3 was to capture the soul of racing by preserving the raw thrill of the Huracan GT3’s naturally aspirated heritage, while echoing the innovation of the road-going hybrid powertrain of Lamborghini Temerario.

This study describes the evolution from the Temerario’s hybrid layout (turbocharged engine + P1 electric motor) to a fully thermal turbocharged engine preserving the heritage of Lamborghini DNA for motorsport application. The design objective was to replicate the
instantaneous throttle response characteristics of naturally aspirated engines without relying on electrification.

This was achieved through new turbocharger matching, low-inertia rotating assemblies, and bespoke engine control strategies, including transient torque management and predictive boost control. Particular attention was devoted to weight reduction across the powertrain and ancillary systems to maximize vehicle dynamics and comply with FIA GT3 homologation constraints.
The resulting system delivers high specific output while maintaining drivability and response fidelity aligned with Lamborghini’s core engineering principles. Experimental results and simulation data validate the effectiveness of these solutions under competitive conditions.

ISBN

978-3-9504969-5-6

DOI

https://doi.org/10.62626/t3hi-nfxb Copy link

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