Lamborghini Gallardo Variants
July 1st, 2008 | by rarzi |Gallardo Spyder
The production spyder model of the Gallardo was unveiled at the Los Angeles Auto Show in January 2006. It is considered by the company to be an entirely new model, with 520 hp (388 kW) and a lower-ratio six-speed manual transmission. The soft top is fully retractable.
Aerosmith drummer Joey Kramer was the first person in North America to take delivery of the Gallardo Spyder.
Top Gear presenter Jeremy Clarkson announced on 18 February 2007 that he had bought a Gallardo Spyder, replacing his Ford GT.
Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder
SE
In late 2005, the Gallardo SE (for Special Edition) was introduced. The SE is distinguished from the regular Gallardo externally by having a black-roofed two-tone color scheme as well as specially designed “Callisto” rims shod with Pirelli tires.
Mechanically, the SE addresses many of the criticisms of the original Gallardo; the steering is quicker and more responsive, the transmission gear ratios have been adjusted to better suit the V10, and the E-gear now has a “thrust mode” to optimize acceleration, and the car’s power has been increased to 520 hp (388 kW). The SE has a higher top speed of 315 km/h or 196 MPH, and it accelerates to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 3.8 seconds. Only 250 units of the Gallardo SE were built. All the mechanical upgrades of the SE, however, will be included in all 2006+ Gallardos (excluding the two-tone bodywork).
The Gallardo SE comes with a two-tone interior. All piping and stitching on the ultra-quality leather are executed in the same color as the bodywork of the car. The mid sections of the seats are finished in color-coded upholstery and even the black floormats have a color coded borders.
A rear-view camera is also standard issue on the Gallardo SE, as is a multimedia system and a navigation system. The sport suspension and an exclusive cover also came with the car but there are still several other options available, like the E-gear, which featured a ‘thrust’ mode to offer even more impressive acceleration by improving the gearchange through the different gears.
This “thrust” mode actually automatically revs the car to 5,000 rpm, drops the clutch engaging all four wheels in a controlled burnout, and ensures the car performs maximum acceleration. This “launch” only requires the driver to engage the “thrust” mode and step on the gas pedal, similar to the launch technology in Formula 1 race cars.
2006 Verde Ithaca Gallardo SE on Angeles Crest Hwy in Los Angeles.
2006 Verde Ithaca Gallardo SE Interior.
NERA
The Gallardo Nera (Special Edition) was introduced at Paris Motor Show. The Nera has a top speed of 314 km/h (195 mph), and it accelerates to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.2 seconds, as the engine and drivetrain are identical to the standard Gallardo. The car is meant to showcase the customization options available to the customer. The Nera features special matte black body panels, and is only available in two colours — Serapis and Noctis. Brake calipers are painted a special silver, and the taillights are smoked to match the darker paint scheme. The interior is stiched from high-contrast black and white leather. Only 185 units of the Gallardo Nera will be produced and 60 are for the American market.
Lamborghini Gallardo Nera
Superleggera
A special version of the Gallardo, dubbed the Superleggera was launched at the 2007 Geneva Auto Show supposedly in preparation for the next Ferrari 430 Scuderia. The Superleggera is lighter than the base Gallardo by around 70 kg (154 lb) – down to approximately 1,360 kg (3,000 lb) – thanks to the use of carbon fibre panels for the rear diffuser, undertray, the rearview-mirror housings, the interior door panels, the central tunnel, and the engine cover. Even the wheel nuts are made of titanium instead of steel to save even more unsprung weight at each corner of the car. The intake, exhaust and ECU have been upgraded to release an extra 10 hp (7.5 kW) for a total of 530 hp (395 kW). The lightening and extra power result in a 0-100 km/h time of 3.8 seconds, 0.1 seconds faster than the base Gallardo. The 6-speed e-gear transmission, usually a US$ 10,000 option, now comes as a standard. The full price for a Superleggera with everything on it runs for over $200,000. Lamborghini began offering the Gallardo Superleggera in June 2007. In March 2008, Lamborghini announced that they had ceased production of the Gallardo Superleggera.
Lamborghini Gallardo Superleggera.
LP560-4
The Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 was revealed at the 2008 Geneva Auto Show. It is powered by a new 5.2L V10 with FSI direct injection, generating 552 hp (412 kW) and 398 ft?lbf (540 N?m) of torque. The engine is heavily based on the new Audi RS6 V10. Unlike the precedent engine, this engine no longer has split crankpins, so it is not even firing, but Lamborghini says that due to the stiffer crankshaft it has less vibrations than the previous engine [9]. Also, a revised transmission and four wheel drive system as well as a 20 kg (44 lb) weight loss are expected. The 4 at the end of the name refers to the Gallardo’s permanent four-wheel-drive system. It also incorporates a new front bumper heavily influenced by the Lamborghini Reventon. Pricing of the Gallardo LP560-4 will start at around US$222,000.
Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4
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Specifications
| ? | ? | 2003-2005 | SE and 2006+ | Superleggera | LP560-4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Performance | |||||
| Top speed | 309 km/h (192 mph) | 315 km/h (196 mph) | 315 km/h (196 mph) | 325 km/h (201 mph) | |
| 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) | 4.2 s | 3.9 s | 3.8 s | 3.7 s | |
| 0 to 200 km/h (124 mph) | 14.5 s | N/A | 12.5 s | 11.8 s | |
| Standing km | 22.5 s | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
| 1/4 mile | 12.1 s @ 118?mph (190?km/h) | 11.5 s @ 125?mph (201?km/h) | N/A | N/A | |
| Engine | |||||
| Type | V10 | ||||
| Displacement | 5000 cc | 5200 cc | |||
| Power | 500?PS (493?hp/368?kW) | 520?PS (513?hp/382?kW) | 530?PS (523?hp/390?kW) | 560?PS (552?hp/412?kW) | |
| Torque | 376?lb?ft (510?N?m) | 398?lb?ft (540?N?m) | |||
