Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 - One of the world’s most exclusive sports cars
Presented at the 2008 Geneva Motor Show, the Gallardo LP560-4 is a significant refresh of the Gallardo, powered by a new 5.2 L (320 cu in) V10 engine that produces 560 PS (412 kW; 552 hp) at 8,000 rpm and 540 N-m (398 lb-ft) at 6,500 rpm of torque. Featuring "Iniezione Diretta Stratificata" direct fuel injection system to improve efficiency; fuel consumption and CO2 emissions have been reduced by 18% despite the increase in performance. It also has a new design inspired by the Murciélago LP 640 and Reventon.
Wondering about the confusing alphanumeric portion of the Gallardo’s name? “LP” denotes the longitudinal position of the engine, “560” reflects its European horsepower rating, and the "4" designation indicates all-wheel-drive.
The powerful heart of the Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 is the new 5.2 litre V10 engine with an output of 560 PS (412 kW) at 8000 rpm. The increase of 40 PS compared with that of the previous Gallardo, and the approximate 20 kilogram reduction in weight, improves the power weight ratio to 2.5 kilograms per PS (hp) and thus enhances performance. The LP560-4 accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 3.7 seconds, its speed at 11.8 seconds is 200 km/h and its top speed lies at 325 km/h. At the same time the new, highly efficient engine enthrals its driver with its direct fuel injection system - "Iniezione Diretta Stratificata". Despite its clearly increased power, fuel consumption and CO2 emissions have been reduced by a staggering 18 per cent.
Technical data
● Type: 10 cylindres V90°, DOHC 4 valves,common-pin crankshaft
● Displacement: 5204 cc
● Compression ratio: 12,5 : 1
● Maximum power: 412 kW (560 ps) at 8000 rpm
● Maximum torque: 540 Nm 6500 rpm
Performance
● Top speed: 325 km/h
● Acceleration (0-100 km/h): 3,7 sec.
● Acceleration (0-200 km/h): 11,8 sec.
Dimensions
● Wheelbase: 2560 mm
● Overall legth: 4345 mm
● Overall width: 1900 mm
● Overall height: 1165 mm
Fuel Consumption with E-Gear
● Urban: 21 L/100 km
● Extra urban: 10 L/100 km
● Combined: 14 L/100 km
● Emission: Euro 4
● CO2: 327 g/km
Fuel Consumption with manual trasmission
● Urban: 22 L/100 km
● Extra urban: 10 L/100 km
● Combined: 14,7 L/100 km
● Emission: Euro 4
● CO2: 351 g/km
The Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 is the successor of the most successful Lamborghini model of all time. Approximately 7100 Gallardo models have left the Sant'Agata Bolognese production plant since its launch in 2003. "The LP560-4 will consolidate this success story," states Stephan Winkelmann, President and CEO of Automobili Lamborghini. "It will outclass its predecessor in every aspect; its dynamics are distinctly breathtaking and its design sets new standards. With the introduction of the Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4, we will consistently continue Lamborghini's growth strategy".
The Gallardo LP560 - 4 is one of the world’s most exclusive sports cars. No other automobile in its class can combine unrivaled performance and such elegant contours so adroitly. It is a ground-breaking combination of athleticism and luxury that delivers a unique driving experience. It is so rounded that there is precious little left to add – except for your own personality, of course.
Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 once again sets a higher standard for super sports cars. With its new engine, permanent four-wheel drive transmission and new suspension, it delivers clearly improved performance and dynamics. In parallel, its innovative design takes the classic lines unique to the Lamborghini brand one step further. Powerful elegance has never been so defined before. With the Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4, Lamborghini demonstrates once again the extreme, uncompromising and unmistakably Italian nature of the brand.
Post: Tram Nguyen
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