The new Lamborghini Gallardo LP 550-2 Spyder

Automobili Lamborghini has unveiled yesterday, during an exclusive event at the Paley Center in Beverly Hills, a new version of its most successful model: the Gallardo LP 550-2 Spyder, Spyder perfect mix of style and rear wheel drive. The evening was attended by the President and CEO, Stephan Winkelmann, people and customers and the world of entertainment and cinema. "With the Gallardo LP 550-2 Spyder Lamborghini is enhanced by offering a version of" purist ", which will bring the driving pleasure at the highest levels, a version that will delight those customers who like driving dynamics, without aiming at the pleasure of open-top driving, "says Stephan Winkelmann, President and CEO of Automobili Lamborghini. "This car features rear-wheel drive is a logical expansion of our range of models 

spyder wheel drive. "

The most important technical features of the LP 550-2 Spyder is already evident in the model designation: LP stands for Longitudinal / Rear and refers the mid-engine mounted longitudinally in front of the rear axle, 550-horsepower are provided and 2 shows the rear-wheel drive.

For Lamborghini, word Spyder evokes the combination of the charm and power of the design of a super sports car, the unmistakable thrill of open-top driving and pure pleasure for all senses. Maximum driving precision: The Lamborghini Gallardo LP 550-2 Spyder with rear wheel drive model is ideal for lovers who prefer a super dynamic and agile driving style. The structure is designed to ensure maximum stability of the rear end and to ensure that the front axle ensures maximum accuracy with minimum insertion spostamenti.Grazie the powerful V10 engine, controlled oversteer maneuver will not be a problem, always respecting the driving skills of the driver. The ease of control at the roadside and the ESP system developed for these models are of the Gallardo LP 550-2 Spyder sports a great safety.

Further innovations in the chassis, engine and guidance system. The engineers in Sant'Agata Bolognese have introduced substantial changes in the Gallardo LP 550-2 Spyder, in order to shape its unique character that combines driving dynamics and safety to enhance these characteristics. In addition to bringing only the traction rear axle, have changed the dynamic characteristics of the entire vehicle, from a group-specific set-up suspension, up to an adjustment in the light of the aerodynamics of the car's new traction. Among its main features should be mentioned the rear differential with locking up to 45% and the e-gear gearbox with steering wheel controls, to which is added an optimization of the calibration of electronic stability control or ESP. While the standard driving mode is mainly focused on stability, RACE mode allows larger drift angles to fully enjoy the dynamic qualities of the LP 550-2, all enhanced by the Gallardo chassis features: excellent resistance to rolling and high directional stability at high speeds. class-leading performance guarantee. The heart of the Gallardo, the engine has been optimized for the rear-wheel drive, to give the perfect combination of the power of a high speed, the traction force, an exuberant and powerful symphony that involves all components. The LP 550-2 Spyder is equipped with a lightweight and compact engine that delivers 405 kW (550 hp). Due to the unique Lamborghini design and a dry weight of just 1520 kg class-leading performance are really secured: in just 4.2 seconds the LP 550-2 goes from 0 to 100 km / h. The maximum speed of 319 km / h, then allows to rank among the super excellence. The roof of the Gallardo Spyder is designed to ensure maximum driving pleasure is open or closed.

Careful characterization of the range. With the Gallardo LP 550-2 Spyder, Lamborghini adds another model to its line of striking more successful (the factory in Sant'Agata Bolognese has so far produced almost 11,800 Gallardo) helping to make it even more unique and inimitable. It also includes the LP 560-4 Spyder and Gallardo LP 570-4 Spyder-performance, high performance, which boasts a further weight reduction through the use of engineering lightweight carbon fiber. The latest versions of the Gallardo LP 570-4 coupe is Super Trophy Road, the road model derived from the super sports car racing in the competition which runs the world's fastest single-brand car, the Lamborghini Blancpain Super Trofeo.

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Lamborghini Versus Ferrari and Porsche

As if not to be outdone by closest rival, Ferrari held a short drive on the track les extremes. To get 'hot', Porsche has also been successful doing the same. Lamborghini also held an event "Lamborghini Winter Academy" for two days.

If Ferrari do 'winter driving school' uses only one FF AWD model Ferrari, Lamborghini actually provide 3 models, the Gallardo LP 560-4, 570-4 Gallardo Superleggera and the latest model, the Lamborghini Aventador.

Arena which is used as a practical driving this extreme event took place in Auronzo Ice Track, Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy. Each participant will get an opportunity 10 hours for each model.

Interest rates charged 5950 Euros, or approximately USD 72 million. The fee includes transportation costs and stay 2 nights at the Cristallo Palace Hotel & Spa. Participants can also bring your spouse (not included in the driving program) with an additional 746 Euros or USD 9 million.

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Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4 Super Trofeo Road

Stephan Winkelmann, President and CEO of Automobili Lamborghini has today unveiled its world premiere in Frankfurt, during a preview evening organized by the Volkswagen Group, the Gallardo the most extreme of all time: the Gallardo LP 570-4 Super Trofeo Road. With this car the House of Sant'Agata Bolognese brings the charm of road racing. The new top model and the most extreme of the range Gallardo is made ​​on the basis of race cars involved in the world's fastest one-make championship, the Lamborghini Blancpain Super Trofeo. The car will be produced in a limited edition of 150 numbered pieces. The Lamborghini Blancpain Super Trofeo Championship brings professionals and gentlemen drivers to face particularly challenging circuits of Europe, like Monza, Silverstone and Hockenheim. The points of contact between the purely competitive version and that road are many. An example of all: the racing version and the Road Supertrofeo share the V10, which was taken over without change for the competitions.

Adjustable rear wing: more downforce 

Even at first glance, the Gallardo LP 570-4 Super Trofeo Road is to recognize the close relationship with the racing version. In fact, the same mount rear wing, which gives more downforce, up to about 3 times that of the Gallardo LP 560-4, and consequently a greater dynamic stability in mixed fast. How about racing cars, the rear wing is manually adjustable in two positions to allow the rider to optimize the performance depending on the characteristics of the track. Another element of direct derivation from the track is represented from the essential car hood, removable with quick release system. Both the wing that the bonnet are made ​​of composite material of carbon fiber as well as many other components of the Super Trofeo Road. Along with aluminum, carbon fiber is the basis of the extreme lightweight construction which is made ​​the new top model in the g ame Gallardo. Lightweight: Consistent use of carbon The Gallardo LP 570-4 Super Trofeo Road is on the mark Balance a dry weight of 1,340 kg, the absolute peak value between the super sports (70 kg less than the already lightweight Gallardo LP 560-4). The weight / power ratio of the Gallardo LP 570-4 Super Trofeo Road is only only 2.35 kg per horsepower, providing exceptional performance. In fact, the car sprints from 0 to 100 km / h in 3.4 seconds and reaches 200 kph in just 10.4 seconds, while recording a top speed of 320 km / h.

Red Mars: the color of Italy in motor racing 

The special relationship between maximum performance in competitions and 'Italian style' of Lamborghini Gallardo is evidenced by the Super Trofeo Road with the new color for the Mars Red exterior paint. In fact, early last century became mandatory under the national colors in athletic competitions, the red was assigned to Italy, France blue, dark green with Britain, white and silver later to Germany, The blue stripes on a white background to the United States.

Red, black and carbon distinguish the exterior 

Aesthetics of external Gallardo LP 570-4 Super Trofeo Road is presented with an exclusive finish: Red Mars on the exterior paint contrasts with the matt black rear wing, bonnet and the front air intakes. The forged wheels are painted in glossy black and, on request, it can also be the roof of the car. The skirts, the shells of the door mirrors and rear diffuser are made ​​of massive carbon fiber exposed polished. The brake calipers are painted in an unprecedented, for Lamborghini, red color that matches the exterior color and the concept of "racing". In addition to historical reminiscence Red Mars, the Gallardo Super Trofeo Road is available on request in Grey and White Telesto Monocerus on which, as mentioned, you can take the roof as an option black.

Interior design: living the pure sportiness 

Black and red are the colors that prevail inside the car made ​​in the name of pure sportsmanship. As the predominant material Alcantara and carbon fiber, both of very light materials. The Alcantara used to coat bottom of the dashboard and the central part of the seat and backrest of the seat is in the new color Red Mars. Always Alcantara, but black, is used on the remaining shares covered, which are also clearly visible red contrast stitching. The steering wheel cover is made ​​of black suede, also finished with red stitching. The door panels, the entire structure of the monocoque racing seats and center console cover are made ​​of carbon fiber material on which Lamborghini has become a unique know-how in the world.

More refined sporty accents are given by a new dark chrome used for all exposed metal parts. Upon request, a interior made of carbon fiber frame that includes the handbrake, the central part of the tunnel, the semicorona bottom of the steering wheel, instrument panel frames of the main and secondary, the handles and the door opening handle the opening of the glove compartment box (also available on request).

High-performance engine 

Like the racing version, the Super Trofeo Road is also based on an engineer Gallardo Superleggera. The V10 develops a maximum power of 570 hp (419 kW) at 8,000 rpm / min. Equally impressive is the maximum torque that the engine delivers an extent of 540 Nm at 6,500 rpm / min. The particular firing order makes it very original and distinctly sporty acoustics of operation of the V10. Change "tested" in the seasons of the Lamborghini Blancpain Super Trofeo Gallardo Super Trofeo The Road is equipped as standard six-speed automatic gearbox e.gear that allows you to do the shift by two levers behind the steering wheel. The management of change does the change with a precision and speed far superior to that achievable by human reflexes. The maximum thrust is obtained when starting from rest with the mode 'Thrust Mode', which allows the program to achieve optimal performance in the execution of the maneuver, starting with a regimen of about 5,000 rpm / min. and a minimum wheel slip.

Traction Integral permanent traction at the highest levels 

On board Each kilometer of the Gallardo LP 570-4 Super Trofeo Road is pure emotion, on the superior tensile properties guaranteed by the four-wheel drive. The Lamborghini Super Trofeo is the only brand championship played with four-wheel drive. The Gallardo Super Trofeo Road is a car born for speed: a fascination with high-performance cornering and maximum readiness in response to driving commands, which always makes the car with surgical precision, dynamic stability and high security. 

Scheme Suspension: extreme precision 

Suspension scheme comes directly from the racing world. The connection of the wheels is made ​​with double aluminum arms. The steering rack moves the rider the right 'feel' of the road. As with the Gallardo Superleggera, has designed a car specifically set up to get the full exploitation of the potential dynamics. No other model in the range Gallardo street race appears to be well-oriented. Another special feature is the wheels. The 19-inch wheels provide a weight saving of 13 kg. The wheel studs are made ​​of titanium, so extremely light and durable. The tires are of the high performance Pirelli P Zero Corsa.

Brakes: maximum deceleration 

The braking system is designed to provide maximum deceleration values ​​under the management of electronic stability control ESP, the car comes standard. The front wheels are equipped with brakes with eight-piston aluminum calipers, while the rear wheel brakes are working with four-piston ventilated disc diameter is 365 mm front and 356 mm rear. Optional carbon-ceramic brake system is available, the diameter of the carbon-ceramic discs is 380 mm front, while the rear is 356 mm.

Optional derived from racing 

Among the optional equipment are available with a clearly racing, in addition to the braking system with carbon-ceramic discs, the tubular reinforcement for the interior, the four-point seat belts and fire extinguisher, while for those unwilling to give up the convenience there is the possibility of equipping the Super Trofeo Road with the radio navigation system with bluetooth mobile phone, the alarm or the lifting system for lifting the front axle.

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