Lamborghini Reventon: Which Version to Buy and Why
The Lamborghini Reventon catalogue offers two versions from the same generation and production period: 6.5 AT and 6.5 DSG, both produced from 2007 to 2010 as Coupe models. Choosing between them is primarily a question of priorities. The 6.5 AT has 640 hp, a 7-speed Automatic gearbox, and the higher top speed of 340 km/h.
The Lamborghini Reventon catalogue offers two versions from the same generation and production period: 6.5 AT and 6.5 DSG, both produced from 2007 to 2010 as Coupe models. Choosing between them is primarily a question of priorities. The 6.5 AT has 640 hp, a 7-speed Automatic gearbox, and the higher top speed of 340 km/h. The 6.5 DSG has 670 hp, a 6-speed Robotic gearbox, and the same 3.4-second acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, but its top speed is 330 km/h. The available data therefore favors the 6.5 AT for maximum speed and the 6.5 DSG for maximum power and more complete economy, weight, tank, and wheel specifications.
Lamborghini Reventon generations and versions
The Reventon has one generation in the catalogue. The 1 generation ran from 2007 to 2010, used a Coupe body, and included two versions: 6.5 AT and 6.5 DSG. Because both versions share the same years, body type, 6,496 cc displacement, Gasoline fuel type, 12-cylinder V-shaped layout, central engine position, and AWD, there is no later generation to compare and no generation change that introduced a different body or drivetrain in the supplied data.
The meaningful comparison is consequently within 1 generation. The 6.5 DSG produces 30 hp more than the 6.5 AT, while both make 660 Nm. Both also reach 100 km/h in 3.4 seconds. The 6.5 AT counters its lower output with a top speed that is 10 km/h higher and a gearbox with one additional gear.
Engine specs: 6.5 AT vs 6.5 DSG
Both versions use a naturally aspirated 6,496 cc Gasoline engine with 12 cylinders in a V-shaped layout. Each cylinder has 4 valves, the engine is centrally positioned, and the fuel system is Distributed injection (multi-point). Both versions develop peak power at 8,000 rpm.
| Version | Power | Torque | Displacement | Fuel | Cylinders | Layout | Boost | Gearbox | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.5 AT | 640 hp / 471 kW at 8,000 rpm | 660 Nm; torque rpm not measured | 6,496 cc | Gasoline, 95 | 12 | V-shaped | No | 7-speed Automatic | AWD |
| 6.5 DSG | 670 hp / 493 kW at 8,000 rpm | 660 Nm at 6,500 rpm | 6,496 cc | Gasoline, 95 | 12 | V-shaped | No | 6-speed Robotic | AWD |
Since displacement is identical, the extra output of the 6.5 DSG translates directly into higher power per litre. The 6.5 AT produces about 98.5 hp per litre, while the 6.5 DSG produces about 103.1 hp per litre. The difference is approximately 4.6 hp per litre, favoring the 6.5 DSG.
The 6.5 DSG’s 670 hp represents approximately 4.7% more power than the 6.5 AT’s 640 hp. Its 493 kW output is 22 kW higher than the 471 kW rating of the 6.5 AT. However, neither version has a torque advantage: both are rated at 660 Nm. Torque speed is specified as 6,500 rpm for the 6.5 DSG and is not measured for the 6.5 AT.
The internal specifications differ slightly. The 6.5 AT has an 11.2 compression ratio, compared with 11 for the 6.5 DSG. Both have an 88 × 89 bore-and-stroke specification. Suspension and braking hardware are described identically: Independent, spring suspension at the front and rear, with Ventilated disc front brakes and Disc ventilated rear brakes.
Performance, fuel consumption, and mpg data
| Version | 0–100 km/h | Top speed | City consumption | Highway consumption | Combined consumption |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.5 AT | 3.4 seconds | 340 km/h | not measured | not measured | not measured |
| 6.5 DSG | 3.4 seconds | 330 km/h | 32.5 L/100 km | 15.1 L/100 km | 21.4 L/100 km |
The performance figures produce a clear split. The 6.5 DSG has 30 hp more, yet it does not improve the recorded 0–100 km/h time: both versions take 3.4 seconds. The 6.5 AT reaches 340 km/h, giving it a 10 km/h advantage over the 330 km/h maximum of the 6.5 DSG.
Fuel-consumption data is complete only for the 6.5 DSG. It uses 32.5 L/100 km in the city, 15.1 L/100 km on the highway, and 21.4 L/100 km combined. Its city figure is 17.4 L/100 km higher than its highway figure, while its combined figure is 6.3 L/100 km above the highway result and 11.1 L/100 km below the city result. City, highway, and combined consumption for the 6.5 AT are not measured, so the data does not support a direct economy comparison or a claim that either version is more efficient.
CO2 output and ecological class are not measured for either version. Those missing figures prevent an emissions-based recommendation.
Dimensions, weight, tank capacity, and wheel sizes
The supplied catalogue data does not provide exterior length, width, height, or wheelbase for either Reventon version. Ground clearance and gross weight are also not measured for both versions.
| Version | Kerb weight | Gross weight | Ground clearance | Fuel tank | Wheel sizes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.5 AT | not measured | not measured | not measured | not measured | not measured |
| 6.5 DSG | 1,690 kg | not measured | not measured | 100 L | 235/35 R19 and 295/30 R19 |
The 6.5 DSG combines a kerb weight of 1,690 kg with 670 hp, which equals approximately 2.52 kg per horsepower. Its output is approximately 396.4 hp per tonne. A corresponding weight-to-power calculation cannot be made for the 6.5 AT because its kerb weight is not measured.
The 6.5 DSG also has a measured 100 L tank and two listed wheel sizes: 235/35 R19 and 295/30 R19. Tank capacity and wheel sizes for the 6.5 AT are not measured. These gaps should not be interpreted as evidence that the 6.5 AT lacks a tank or wheels; they indicate only that the relevant catalogue values were not measured.
Which Lamborghini Reventon version should you choose?
Choose the 6.5 AT if maximum recorded speed is the deciding factor. Its 340 km/h top speed exceeds the 6.5 DSG figure by 10 km/h. It also has a 7-speed Automatic gearbox rather than the 6-speed Robotic unit. The trade-off is 30 hp less power and substantially less complete catalogue data: its fuel consumption, kerb weight, tank capacity, wheel sizes, and torque rpm are not measured.
Choose the 6.5 DSG if output and specification transparency matter more. It delivers 670 hp and 493 kW, beating the 6.5 AT by 30 hp and 22 kW. Its approximate 103.1 hp-per-litre output is also higher than the 6.5 AT’s 98.5 hp per litre. The available figures additionally establish its 1,690 kg kerb weight, approximately 2.52 kg-per-horsepower ratio, 100 L tank, wheel sizes, torque speed, and city, highway, and combined consumption.
The extra 30 hp of the 6.5 DSG does not buy quicker measured acceleration: both versions reach 100 km/h in 3.4 seconds. It also does not buy a higher maximum speed, because the 6.5 DSG is rated at 330 km/h while the 6.5 AT reaches 340 km/h. What the additional output does buy on paper is a 4.7% power increase and roughly 4.6 more horsepower per litre.
There is no purchase-price data, so it is not possible to judge whether any price premium for either version would be justified. Reliability and known-problem data are also not measured, preventing a responsible comparison of maintenance risk or long-term dependability. Based strictly on the supplied specifications, the 6.5 DSG is the stronger choice for maximum power and the most thoroughly documented configuration, while the 6.5 AT is the better choice for maximum top speed and a 7-speed Automatic gearbox.