Lamborghini's V12 cars used to feel super exclusive, with each model standing out as something truly special. Over the years, though, that exclusivity has faded. The Aventador hung around for over a decade, and now the Revuelto is taking over, but neither really hits the same "halo car" status as Ferrari's SF90/LaFerrari, Porsche's 918 Spyder, or McLaren's P1/W1/Senna/Speedtail.
To compensate, Lambo's been pumping out limited-edition models like the Veneno, Centenario, Sian, and the rebooted Countach. These feel like an attempt to keep the spotlight on their V12 lineup without a proper, series-production flagship to lead the charge. It’s like they’ve traded a true halo car for a string of collectibles.
Here’s how I see the V12 lineup breaking down:
1. Halo Cars: Miura > Countach (some overlap) > Diablo (all RWD versions, including original, SE30, SE30 Jota, SV, GT) > Murciélago (minor overlap; pre-LP) > Reventón > Veneno > Centenario > Sian > Countach reboot.
2. Everyday Supercars/GTs: 350/400GT > Islero > Jarama > Countach (some overlap) > Diablo (VT models) > Murciélago (pre-LP & LP) > Aventador > Revuelto.
Lambo’s V12 legacy is still strong, but it’s leaning harder on nostalgia and exclusivity gimmicks than ever before.