The super-subtle 'R8 V10' is back testing after its fiery demise but its still unclear whether it will be using a new RS6 turbo (570bhp) V10 lump or the Gallardo's naturally aspirated (500bhp) one.
Either way it's clear that the new car will certainly be treading on the toes of its more illustrious Lamborghini stablemate.
Even if the R8 does, as expected, cede to 'Beta Lambo' and take the less powerful engine, it will still be an uncomfortable time for the guys at Lamborghini, who can expect to lose a few 'G' sales to the new car.
It is likely however that the G will be pitched slightly again higher using the Superleggera's 530bhp+ engine, just as the Murcielago was pitched up again in LP640 form.
One question though remains very much unanswered. Will the new V10 engine donate its name to the faster car? Is it to be an Audi R10, like the diesel Le Mans racer?
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