When it comes to setting speed records, power does matter. And with 1,700-1,800-horses on the crankshaft and a whopping 1,500hp on the wheels, the Lamborghini Gallardo with a twin-turbocharged V10 engine prepared by Underground Racing definitely has what it takes to get your speed adrenaline pumping.

At the recent Unlim 500+ drag race event in Russia, the Lamborghini Gallardo TT by Underground Racing clocked a top speed of 405km/h (251.7mph) in a little over a mile.

You can watch the attempt in the videos that follow below the break.

Спасибо Lex for the video tip!

Lamborghini Gallardo Nera Underground Racing Race Version1500 WHP (1700-1800 HP)Fuel: VP Q16Tires: Hoosier R6AOne mile record: 23.861 sec. and 387.51 kmh (240.84 mph)Top speed record (after one mile mark): 405 kmh (251 mph)

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