Ducati Panigale V4 Lamborghini: When a super sports car becomes a motorcycle
Image source: Automobili Lamborghini S.p.A. / Lamborghini Media Center
Two Italian icons, one vision: with the new Ducati Panigale V4 Lamborghini, the world of high-performance motorcycles merges with the expressive design and technical passion of a super sports car from Sant'Agata Bolognese. Unveiled during the renowned Milan Design Week 2024, the bike pays homage to the revolutionary Lamborghini Revuelto - the brand's first plug-in hybrid.
The result: a collector's item limited to 630 units that sets new standards not only visually but also technically - and combines the best of both worlds.
Two legends, one idea
The Panigale V4 Lamborghini is the result of close collaboration between the Centro Stile Ducati and the Centro Stile Lamborghini. The two brands, which belong to the Volkswagen Group, have already collaborated in the past - but this project takes the fusion of performance and design to a new level.
The slogan of the presentation was fittingly: "The Art of Unexpected ". And indeed: who would expect a superbike that is so consistently inspired by super sports car design?
Technical basis: Ducati Panigale V4 S - but further developed
The basis for the special edition is the latest generation of the Ducati Panigale V4 S. However, the V4 engine in the Panigale Lamborghini has been further optimized in terms of performance. In combination with a special engine calibration and an Akrapovič titanium silencer, the bike now delivers 218.5 hp.
Further features:
Ducati Vehicle Observer (DVO): intelligent electronic system for data analysis
Race eCBS: electronically controlled braking system for maximum stability
Dry clutch: more direct racing feeling
adjustable footrests, levers & steering ends made of aluminum
Design: Lamborghini down to the last detail
Visually, the Panigale V4 Lamborghini is a real highlight - and clearly inspired by the Lamborghini Revuelto:
Color scheme: visible carbon with accents in Verde Scandal, Grigio Telesto and Grigio Acheso
Rims: forged aluminum in Revuelto design
Tail and winglets: directly based on the lines of the super sports car
Seat bench: with decorative stitching in the Revuelto interior style
Another highlight: the entire cladding - including mudguards, heat shield and heel guard - is made of carbon fiber, using exactly the same fabric as the Lamborghini. The typical herringbone pattern, which is considered a valuable detail by collectors, runs along the symmetry line.
Extreme lightweight construction: only 185 kg total weight
The use of titanium and carbon is not only noticeable visually, but also on the scales: The Panigale V4 Lamborghini weighs just 185 kilograms - two kilograms less than the V4 S. This results in a breathtaking power-to-weight ratio of 1.18 hp/kg.
A value that not only gives you goosebumps on the racetrack, but also impresses on the collector's shelf.
Limitation, exclusivity & delivery date
The Ducati Panigale V4 Lamborghini is strictly limited to 630 numbered units, making it a potential collector's item even before it goes on sale. It is due to be delivered from September 2025.
In addition, there will be an even more exclusive special edition for Lamborghini, in which the vehicle color and details can be adapted exactly to their Revuelto - including a personalized badge.
All the secrets of Revuelto & Panigale V4 - Mitja Borkert & Andrea Ferraresi in conversation
Conclusion: A masterful fusion of two worlds
The Panigale V4 Lamborghini is far more than just a marketing product. It is a statement of engineering skill, design vision and the pursuit of the extraordinary. It combines the precision and dynamics of a superbike with the aesthetics and exclusivity of a hypercar - without losing any of its authenticity.
For Ducati and Lamborghini alike, this bike is a dream collector's item with road approval. If you want to get a place on the reservation list, you should be quick - because 630 units are gone faster than a Ducati from 0 to 100.
