Two of the best known names in performance motoring and two new supercars. Both Jaguar and Lamborghini took the wraps off concepts at last week’s Paris Motor Show – and both were stunning. The Lambo is called the Sesto Elemento, and made its debut at a preview event staged by parent firm VW last Wednesday night, before taking centre stage at the exhibition the following day. The name translates as sixth element – a reference to the Periodic Table in chemistry, where the sixth element is carbon. Not surprisingly, it’s made from carbon fibre. Expect its outrageous design to influence the next generation Murcielago, though power comes from the 560bhp V10 that’s in the Gallardo. The Jag is called the C-X75 and has been created to celebrate the UK firm’s 75th anniversary. Officially it’s just a prototype, but if there’s enough interest it seems like bosses will green light a production version. However, whether what’s under the bonnet will see the light of day is another matter. The car uses a pair of micro-turbines that work like a diesel-powered range-extended EV. Engineers say it technically sound, but far from showroom-ready.
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