Super New Lamborghini

Add Geneva previous exhibitions, the famous supercar hang Y - Lamborghini unexpectedly revealed images and details about the "new flexibility" Superleggera 2011 Gallardo LP 570-4.

Ownership of the name probably the longest lang supercar, Superleggera 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4 is a new peak of the line Gallardo. Following the successful pattern Gallardo Superleggera process lang 2007 (sold more than 618 right turns only in one year), the "bo tot" new computer that operation, weight, outstanding aerodynamics computer than necessarily other members.


Load below 1340 kg dry weight, lightweight knit him than about 70 kg Gallardo LP 560-4, 570-4 LP Gallardo Superleggera Lamborghini model becomes the most light circulate on the streets. This is the result from the widespread use of carbon fiber texture components in foreign as well as furniture decorated in a body composed of aluminum and windshield, car window light polycarbonate material business many times over.


Face dark sports car form and start over with eyes designed to solve the three-shock revise, hut when batch sizes, large and diffuse set of upgrades, he published four massive, ZG set of Pirelli P-la Zero to 19 inch size class before the class 295/30 and 235/35 ... Interior highlighted type Alcantara leather jacket advanced, modern equipment such as air conditioning system, CCTV rear, power windows, positioning system satellite.



"Heart" of the form is new Lamborghini 5.2 L V10 engine capacity maximum 562 horsepower at 8000 deaths tua rpm and maximum torque 540 Nm at 6500 deaths tua rpm.

Equipped with e-gear box number 6 level as a standard device, Superleggera Gallardo LP 570-4 are available that speed tg from 0-100 km / h takes only 3.4 seconds from 0-200 km / h takes 10 , 2 seconds and maximum speed 325 km / h. Comparisons with previous form Superleggera 530 horsepower capacity, tg speed from 0-100 km / h takes 3.8 seconds and maximum speed 317 km / h, on the operation that she may invite more clearly impressive stop.

Not only stronger, faster, new members join the family proved a Lamborghini supercar "clean" with the level of fuel consumption and emissions of CO2 concentration improved 20.5% over the previous version. Details of production volume and cost of the car form will be published in Geneva to the exhibition.

Lamborghini super car manufacturer more than $ 3 million?

Lamborghini has a green light for production projects Sesto Elemento car with only a limited number from 7-10 units, according to information from professional page AutoMoto very reputable French.
Elemento Sesto (that is the 6th element, or the Sixth Element in English) has shocked when unveiled at the Paris Motor Show in late September 2010 as a concept past.

Sesto Elemento Lamborghini concept is the same size with the Gallardo, but the ownership structure is extremely light weight by applying carbon fiber technology. The car weighs 999 kg, as announced by Lamborghini, and engine capacity of 570 horsepower V10 as in LP 570-4 super car Superleggera, the 4WD AWD system. Percentage weight / engine power is 1.75 kg / hp.


Car can accelerate from 0 to 100 km / h in just 2.5 seconds and reaches a top speed of over 300km / h.


During the launching ceremony of Sesto Elemento quite noisy in Paris, said Stephan Winkelmann, president and CEO of Automobili Lamborghini, said: "Sesto Elemento Model Lamborghini shows images of the future super sports car - the car special structure light, combined with ultimate performance, for superb driving feel. We put all the technical capability to Sesto Elemento. "


Sesto expected Elemento Lamborghini had sold about 2.5 million euros, equivalent to 3.44 million.

Some pictures of the car at the Paris Motor Show 2010:

Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder

Lamborghini have a convertible version - Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder with folding canvas roof.
The hood of the Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder is made of black cloth and has an electrohydraulic mechanism that takes 20 s to complete the maneuver opening or closing. It is actuated by two buttons that are there in the console. During the folding or unfolding the same, the lunette automatically drops to facilitate the operation once it returns to ascend. The lunette can also be operated by the driver at will, both with the hood up and removed.

The soft top folds are reflected in the engine compartment. Four hydraulic cylinders are responsible for moving the roof and two others the bonnet, which is made of carbon fiber to reduce your weight.

The Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder mechanism of the roof has a position (called "service function") to gain access to the engine. To prevent damage to occupants in the event of a rollover, the amount striker has been reinforced and there are two bars after anti-seat emerging from automatically.

The Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder engine is the same as the Gallardo coupe but the convertible gives more power to a larger scheme (520 hp at 8,000 rpm, instead of 499 hp at 7900 rpm). Accelerates from 0 to 100 km / h in 4.3 s.

There is very little difference between the maximum speed can reach with the hood up (314 km / h) or (307 kph). The value is up to her normal, so the other can be considered as very good.

The gearbox of the Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder is six relations and the developments are shorter than in the version of hard roof.

Lamborghini has made changes in the leadership to be more precise, it has also incorporated a cooler for the power steering fluid. The Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder suspension has been modified to adapt to new requirements. Maintains permanent traction to all four wheels.

There are two new colors for the body, "celestial Phoebe 'and' green Picus." On the inside there are new shades of perforated leather for seats, doors and dashboard.

There are elements of optional equipment such as heated mirrors, browser, computer, and alarm, brake calipers painted the logo of the rim in color or a camera back.

Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4

The new benchmark in the Supersport cars has a new code name: Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4. New Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4, with completely new engine, the wheel drive and new permanent suspensions are the basis of superior performance compared to the previous model and an increased dynamism.

The innovative design of the new Gallardo contributes to the special aerodynamic lines of cars Lamborghini: The combination of elegance and power is redefined in ways not known before.




The Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 collects the inheritance model of Lamborghini's most successful of all time. As of 2003 approximately 7100 Gallardo left the factory in Sant Agata Bolognese.
The powerful soul of Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 is the new engine V10 5.2 direct injection stratified, capable of providing a power of 560 hp (412 kW) at 8000 rpm. The addition of 40 hp compared to the previous model and the reduction in weight of 20 kg improve the weight / power share reaching 2.5 kg / hp, thus increasing the performance: the Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 reaches 0-100 km / h in 3.7 seconds and also the 200 km / h in 11.8 seconds, the maximum speed is 325 km / h.

The new engine also excited for its efficiency: despite the clear increase in performance, it was possible to reduce consumption and emissions of CO2 well, 18%.

Engineers Directorate of Research and Development Lamborghini have also improved traction, handling and stability at high speeds. The magazine wheel drive, new suspension, improved aerodynamics, lightweight equipment and optimization of friction contribute to the improvement of the Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4. The new Gallardo is thus like a sports car designed to ensure daily use in city traffic and long distances, and an exciting job on track.

In keeping with the DNA Lamborghini, based on power lines in terms of accurate and clean surfaces, the Centro Stile developed the design of the Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 through solutions essential and well defined.

The evolution of form follows function consistently needs: the new front Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 to ensure a low attitude and contributes at the same time, increase aerodynamic efficiency. The air inlets, of wider increase air flow to the radiator, adapted to the increased engine performance. The spoiler on the bumper improves the aerodynamic balance at high speeds.

The new lights are below the bi-xenon headlamps, daylight made 15 LEDs arranged in the shape of a Y. The same pattern is reflected in the optical rear: The rear lights and brake lights inspired by the Miura Concept, the Reventon and LP640 and reproduce the form Y three times for each side.

The new rear completely redefines the concept of "power and elegance": the headlights, the air vent grilles, bumpers and the speaker are arranged along surfaces thoroughly studied to giving the Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 greater development in one with horizontal the road. The new panels next to the bonnet are smooth and underline the mighty structure and elongated lines of the new Gallardo.

The rear diffuser, in the form redesigned, ensures greater efficiency and, combined with flat bottom, contributes to excellent running stability at high speeds. In general the aerodynamic efficiency has been improved by 31% compared to the previous model. The Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 addresses the fast curves even more secure.

To the purist design combines the great care for detail design of Sant Agata Bolognese: the cap gasoline and oil made of aluminum and the rear-view camera, integrated in a small fin of the rear spoiler to activate , Or finely machined Grille inside the terminal of the exhaust are a witness.

The new Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 has an aluminum body in both light and rigid: the two-seater 4.34 meters long, 1.90 meters wide and 1.16 meters high weighs just 1410 kg, or 20 fewer than the previous model.

The structure is made using the technique of Space Frame. Mergers and extruded profiles are the backbone on which to integrate harmoniously plate’s welded aluminum. The body is so very slight, but at the same time very safe in the event of a collision, also guarantees a high torsional rigidity which contributes to a surprising handling.

Despite the limited height outside the Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 welcomes its occupants in a spacious cabin. The sports seats are covered in fine leather or Alcantara and ensure a good containment. The position is extremely low, typical of sports cars. A bench behind the seats allows the housing part of the trunk and goes to supplement the 110 liters in volume of the front compartment.

The large center console is one element that contributes most to strengthen the concept of ergonomics in the interior. Inside is housed the Lamborghini Multimedia System and the automatic climate control dual-zone. Between these two units is positioned for molding a new design with classic and elegant lever switches. Seven instruments circular graphics renewed inform the driver about the condition of the engine, a multifunction display among speedometer and tachometer gives the pilot the most important information.

Already the Miura and other models of the'60s were marked for a quality finish that exceeded the standards of that time. Lamborghini has strengthened considerably this traditional expertise and today produces high quality cars. Even in the new Gallardo can find Dear materials and refined.

For the internal upholstery there is a wide choice of colors and stitching, including a contrast. As an option for the Lamborghini Gallardo has provided equipment and enriched leather and Alcantara packages carbon fiber. In this case, elements such as the frame of the automatic air conditioning or the handle of the handbrake and the tunnel next to the exchange are made of carbon fiber.

In addition to customizing the program "individually" can satisfy any desire with respect to the interior finishes. The engine of the Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4, mounted in rear longitudinal position, is completely new and represents the evolution of consistent propeller Lamborghini most successful of all time.

Remains unchanged only the number of cylinders, 10 cylinders those that offer a perfect and unique synthesis between driving pleasure and agility sports. The engine with a displacement of 5204 cm3 produces an output of 560 hp (412 kW) at 8000 rpm, which translates into a specific power equal to 107.6 hp / lt. The maximum torque output from the engine of 540 Nm at 6500 rpm. The shape of the torque curve guarantees consumption surprising power to any scheme. With an acceleration 0-100 km / h in 3.7 seconds and a top speed of 325 km / h, the Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 is at the top extreme sports cars.

Despite the significant increase in performance, engineers Sant Agata managed to reduce consumption and emissions of CO2 for this car by about 18%. If you look at the performance, consumption of 13.7 liters per 100 km with the Gallardo e-gear is extremely low.

The application of this technology makes it necessary to separate cylinder pipes, the pipes are directly drawn into the base through the merger of the machining that "size" of silicon crystals which ensure the proper running surface for the pistons.

With an angle between the cylinders of 90 ° is the obvious choice for technicians to reduce as much as possible the center of gravity of the V10 power plant. Even with the lubrication cup dry contributes to the same goal and providing an optimum lubrication under all conditions of use including use car on the track.

The fuel is injected directly into the combustion chamber through an injector side. The Direct Injection layered guarantees a good performance as maximum engine power, reducing the sensitivity to detonation, this has allowed us to achieve an engine with a compression ratio of 12,5:1.

The driver of the Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 can always rely on permanent wheel drive and 4-wheel drive with viscous coupling, the number "4" added the name of the model means exactly that. The wheel drive was introduced by Lamborghini back in 1993 with the Diablo VT for a valid reason.

The wheel drive Lamborghini is achieved through a viscous coupling center, which needs no adjustment electronics, and will share the basic engine torque between front and rear under normal 30:70 ratio, but adapts over a few milliseconds in case of changes in driving conditions or road.

It is not only a draw traction advantage of the permanent four-wheel drive, but also the dynamic cross for the best performance handling. In fact each wheel can only transfer a precise quantity of force on the road. As the driving force is spread over all four wheels via the Viscous Traction, remains a potential for higher road holding and directionality in the curve. These reservations guaranteed in every situation index are a perfectly designed sports car.

A great deal of power available from the engine, the gear shift is one of the sensations of driving the Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 more exciting. There is a choice between manual transmission, where the change is made through the exchange short lever that moves within the grid for selecting 6-speed gearbox or the exchange implemented and electro-gear where you can change gears using the 2 Postal levers behind the steering wheel, this choice preferred by the vast majority of Lamborghini customers.

The change implemented and electro-gear has been completely revised and optimized in each component. The change was not only reduced weight but also as times changed was reduced. Up to 40% in "travel". The driver can choose between five driving programs and changed over the position Normal is available with the program SPORT times changed and shorter regimes changed higher, both Copy-modes manual or automatic.

The 5th mode is called "travel" and in addition to the speed of change with a characterization even more aggressive can reach boundary conditions above the maximum limit to the ESP intervention. The "Thrust Mode 'ensures maximum acceleration firm operating independently from the position of the engine throttle, the race clutch and the regime changed.

Despite the predecessor of the Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 was one of the best cars worldwide in terms of handling, precision and driving stability on the new car thanks to new suspension has managed to increase even more driving pleasure, comfort and stability at high speeds.

The aluminum chassis is certainly an example of high tech without compromise derivation of close racing. The double-arm suspensions made of pressed aluminum resulted in the creation of a new motion while the springs and shock absorbers have been reviewed to ensure a further improvement in the motor vehicle.

The rear suspension is fitted with a new rod for the control of TOE that allows a further increase of vehicle control. New bearings are also made entirely of rubber and metal that, thanks to the combined structure, enhance the dynamics of the Lamborghini cars.

The steering rack with minimal help from steering to the driver moves the right feeling with the road. The system has a power steerings dedicated to the radiator fluid power steerings necessary in driving sports car. The steering ensures an accurate guide, fast and secure, allowing live a thrilling experience to control the Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4.

The tires, 235/35 ZR 19 and 295/30 ZR 19 on the rear were developed specifically to Lamborghini. They are the Pirelli P Zero with a rolling resistance very low and therefore contribute to the reduction in consumption without reducing performance. Reached the threshold of 120 km / h the rear spoiler to activate automatically increases the load on the rear interacting with the speaker that serves as a rear air extractor under the chassis.

The new facility provides an exceptional braking power thanks to the brake calipers eight-piston Brembo going to act on discs front diameter of 365 mm brake calipers and four-piston disc involved the rear of 356 mm.

For the Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4, Lamborghini offers a wide range of equipment. The standard equipment includes driver's airbag, passenger and side bags, automatic air conditioning with dual-zone radiation sensor, a sound system with an included USB connector, sports seats with electrically adjustable backrest, leather upholstery valuable in addition to this we have new bi-xenon headlamps with LEDs for the daytime running light. The new Apollo circles are characterized by design dual race.

Increase your comfort, a wide range of equipment including the optional navigation system, the module for TV reception, the plant speakerphone, bluetooth mobile phone, the burglar alarm and rear-view camera. Among the options you can also ask the adjustment of the front axle (lifting system) that allows the lifting of the body through the simple push of a button to facilitate the overcoming of obstacles. The offer is also complemented by polished circles Cordelia cross-breeds or by looking Callisto races with blacks "Y".

2010 Lamborghini Gallardo LP570-4 Superleggera - Click above for high-res image gallery

2010 Lamborghini Gallardo LP570-4 Superleggera - Click above for high-res image gallery

The explosive burble from the V10's exhaust coming off the back straight seems powerful enough to vaporize insects in mid-air. The Howitzer-like concussions shock through the firewall and slam into our spines an instant before the combustive dissonance has time to reverberate off the outside wall and into our eardrums. The menacing acoustics force the other cars on the circuit to back off, while trackside spectators crane their necks to look up and cheer as the Lamborghini rockets by.




We're at California Speedway attending the "The Ultimate Lamborghini Experience." This annual event allows owners to play with their exotics in a controlled environment free of driving citations and other pesky... um, slow cars. Since we don't own an Italian exotic, we have to thank Lamborghini of Beverly Hills for graciously bringing along the automaker's latest and greatest. In this case, it's the Gallardo LP 570-4 Superleggera.
Lamborghini has made thousands of Gallardos over the past eight years – it's the automaker's best-selling model. The various Gallardo iterations have included the all-wheel-drive Gallardo SE, matte black Gallardo Nera, topless Gallardo Spyder, lightweight Gallardo Superleggera, Gallardo LP 560-4, Gallardo LP 560-4 Spyder, Gallardo Super Trofeo and the recent limited-production rear-wheel-drive Gallardo 550-2 "Valentino Balboni."

All pale on a race circuit when compared to the all-new 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4 Superleggera.



Metamorphosing into the highest-performing Lamborghini Gallardo model to ever leave the assembly line in Sant'Agata Bolognese wasn't easy. Using a 560-4 as a base, Lamborghini painstakingly made dozens of changes to lighten the chassis, improve aerodynamics, refine the suspension and tune the ten-cylinder engine for more power. When it finally debuted at the Geneva Motor Show in early 2010, the newest Gallardo flagship was nothing short of spectacular.

At a glance, the 570-4 Superleggera is physically differentiated by its reworked front bumper with deep trapezoidal frames around the air intakes, a V-shaped nose and LED daytime running lamps. Lamborghini says the new fascia is functional, as it increases engine cooling and adds downforce to the front axle. The underbody, featuring a full belly pan, has new side sills, new tailpipes and a redesigned diffuser to improve aerodynamics. A small spoiler is standard, but a large wing for even more downforce is optional. There are new graphics on the sides and the ever-important identifying "LP 570-4" emblems in front of each rear wheel.



Under the paint, things are a bit more radical. As mentioned, the 570-4 Superleggera is based on the Gallardo 560-4 (itself a lightweight 3,108-pound platform). The new model retains aluminum spaceframe and body panels, but replaces many of the exterior components with lighter composite structures. Carbon fiber has been used on the rear spoiler, sills, diffuser, exterior mirror casings and underbody panels. Composites are also used extensively in the cabin. The center tunnel cover, door panels, transmission surround and sport seat shells are all carbon fiber (our model had an optional carbon fiber package that adds even more "lightness" to the cockpit). Even the "heavy" natural leather has been replaced by lightweight synthetic Alcantara. Still seeking to save more weight, Lamborghini fitted the 570-4 Superleggera with polycarbonate rear and side windows, and a polycarbonate panel over the engine. While the engineering team went seriously unhinged when it came to weight loss, the air conditioning and power windows were deliberately retained (one must not sacrifice comfort, says Lamborghini).

The aluminum double-wishbone suspension is left in place, but the shock absorbers are firmer, the anti-roll bars are stiffened and the mounting points have been reinforced. Standard brakes are huge iron rotors with aluminum calipers. However, our test car was fitted with Lambo's optional carbon-fiber ceramic brake package with 15-inch discs and six-piston calipers in the front, and four-piston units at the rear. The wheels are 10-spoke forged aluminum beauties secured by featherweight, but very strong, titanium wheel bolts. Special Pirelli P Zero Corsa tires are 235/35ZR19 in the front and 295/30ZR19 at the rear.



Mid-mounted in the 570-4 Superleggera is a direct-injected 5.2-liter V10. The engine features an aluminum crankcase, dry sump lubrication and a cylinder angle of 90 degrees (to help lower the center of gravity). With a compression ratio of 12.5:1, and several new engine software tweaks, the powerplant is now rated at 570 horsepower and 399 pound-feet of torque. The exhaust gasses go out quad pipes that are coated with a matte-black heat-resistant ceramic finish that keeps temps in check to avoid the lower panels from melting. The horsepower is sent through the automaker's six-speed single-clutch "e-gear" sequential automatic transmission connected to a permanent all-wheel-drive system, but if rowing your own is a requirement, a six-speed manual transmission is a no-cost option. The powertrain utilizes a central viscous coupling and a 45-percent limited-slip differential on the rear axle. Under normal conditions, the torque is split 30:70, although the bulk of the power is usually directed at the rear wheels.

Lamborghini says the Gallardo LP 570-4 Superleggera will crack 62 mph in just 3.4 seconds. Even more astonishing is the fact that 0-124 mph falls in just 10.2 seconds, and this high-powered projectile won't run out of horsepower until it hits a tire disintegrating 202 mph.



Thanks to its very strict diet, the new "superlight" Gallardo is 154 pounds lighter than the Gallardo LP 560-4. That's right kids; the new Gallardo LP 570-4 Superleggera tips the scales at a mere 2,954 pounds, making it the lightest road-going model in the automaker's range. Lamborghini says there is no other model in its lineup that's as close to a true racecar.

And as you'd expect, none of this comes cheap. The base price of a 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4 Superleggera is $237,600 (plus $2,995 destination and $2,100 in gas-guzzler fees). With a window sticker in hand, our test vehicle was equipped with the following options: Anti-theft system ($800), Superleggera Rear Wing ($6,500), Carbon Ceramic Brakes with black calipers ($15,600), Multimedia/NAV ($3,250), Rear View Camera ($2,600), Superleggera Floor Mats ($750), Carbon Fiber Engine Bay ($4,235), Travel Package ($750) and the Interior Carbon Fiber Package ($4,150). Punched into our solar-powered $3 calculator, the as-tested price is $281,330 (plus tax). You just had to ask.

With that out of the way, it's time to get back down to the business of driving.



The LP 570-4 Superleggera is low – silly low. Standing next to it, with both arms down to our side, it barely comes up to our elbows. With an open-face helmet capping our dome, we drop our six-foot, two-inch frame into the Lamborghini's exquisitely detailed womb. Our rear is firmly planted in the buttery-smooth Alcantara-covered cushion, while the top of our flat-black helmet presses firmly against the Alcantara headliner – we're literally wedged in place (for the record, we fit much better when we take a spin sans helmet later in the day). With our vertical movement apparently secured, we snap the three-point belt firmly to restrain forward movement. There's very little room for our left foot, but since this particular LP 570-4 only has two pedals, it's not a problem for both of our feet to share the tunnel's limited real estate.

The layout of the cabin is familiar to the Gallardo faithful, but the appointments have been upgraded. Snug in the lightweight Lamborghini's cockpit, it takes restraint to not run your fingers over the glass-smooth carbon fiber center console, the suede-like synthetic on the dashboard or the cross-hatch finish on many of the switches. The craftsmanship is stellar. Do not wear driving gloves while piloting the LP 570-4, lest the palms miss out on one of the most exquisite part of the machine: the deliciously shaggy thick suede sport steering wheel.



A traditional key slots into the right side of the steering column. With a twist, the 5.2-liter V10 spins to life. The "e-gear" takes a bit of instruction, but that's why we have Davy Jones sitting in our passenger seat (the 1996 24 Hours of Le Mans winner, not the lead singer for the Monkees).

As mentioned, we are sharing the track today with "The Ultimate Lamborghini Experience." As a result, there are dozens of Lamborghinis (mostly Gallardo and Murcielago models) in the paddock waiting for their turn at the circuit. The organizers are kind enough to let us out before the masses.

Without hesitating further, we press the "S" button on the center console and pull the right column-mounted paddle back to engage first gear (there's an "R" button to the left of the wheel, but since we are in the hot pits at California Speedway, we only need to go forward). The 570-horsepower engine, sitting about a foot behind our ears, resonates smoothly as we rumble past the observers and make our way to the hot track.



Our first few laps are under yellow as the corner workers get into place. We are familiar with the "Roval" at Cal Speedway, but or path today is awkwardly restricted by bright orange cones mid-point on the banked oval to keep everyone's speed down. Wisely, we use the first five minutes orienting ourselves with the Lambo's basic mannerisms. Except for a lack of outward visibility, it seems surprisingly docile and easy to drive at low speeds.

Green flag up. Accelerator pedal down. Responding to our right foot, the sequential automatic abruptly drops a gear and a deep roar emanates from behind our backsides. We are pressed and molded into our seatbacks like warm Play-Doh as the tachometer spins towards its 8,500 rpm redline. The second-to-third upshift is harsh and not particularly quick when compared to the best dual-clutch gearboxes, but it keeps us pinned in our seat grinning ear-to-ear as our velocity increases.

No more than 20 seconds later, we run out of banked oval as Turn 1 starts to fill our windshield. Strong on the brakes and the speed bleeds much faster than we anticipate (the huge ceramic discs like very firm pressure – the feel of the pedal perfectly mimics a race car). The 90-degree left is easy, as we are now going too slowly. We need to increase velocity for the upcoming right so we get back on the throttle. Caught off guard by our right foot again, the e-gear drops abruptly down to second gear and the back wheels momentarily break loose under the sudden increase in torque. The LP 570-4 Superleggera squirms a few times, and then briefly drops a wheel into the grass as we input corrective steering. This requires serious concentration.



Fed up with the e-gear's abrupt "logic," we find manually shifting via paddles to be much more effective, even if they are small and a bit hard to find in the heat of battle. Downshifts are accompanied by a super-sexy ten-cylinder throttle blip that takes your breath away (the lightweight acrylic windows let all the right sensations in), while upshifts are instantly delivered on command. Thanks to a center of gravity that requires a spatula to get under, the LP 570-4 lacks anything even remotely resembling body roll. Corner transitions are completely flat and quite mechanical, but the Lamborghini gives very palpable and welcomed feedback through its controls. Nothing is artificially overboosted.

It takes about five laps before we are comfortable. By then, we think we've figured it out.

The LP 570-4 Superleggera prefers to go in hot and take advantage of its huge brakes to bleed speed just before turn-in. It rewards light throttle in the corners, to keep the rear wheels at the limit of their adhesion, then generous power in the exits to utilize cat-like all-wheel-drive grip to pull hard out of the corners. There is plenty of available power. Oversteer is just a quarter-inch of throttle travel away at nearly any velocity. This is bloody fun.

And 45 minutes later it's over. They pry the keys from our hands. We weep.



Back in the pits, two impressions have stuck. First, the lack of mass helps immeasurably during initial high-speed turn-in. Whistling past the start/finish line at 150+ mph, we needed to drop down to 60 mph and make a tricky off-camber turn to get through the cone "barricade." Nearly every car we've ever had on this track needs to be handled with kid gloves when shuffled at those speeds. If not, the back end continues in its original trajectory. Not so in the LP570-4 Superleggera. We could grab the brakes and initialize our turn without worrying that the rest of the machine wasn't going to follow. Credit its low mass, low center of gravity, sticky tires and a wide stance. Second, it drives much smaller than it appears. We've had big cars on road circuits that seem to swell up when flogged (the Dodge Viper and Challenger SRT8 come to mind). The Lamborghini seemed to shrink. While it's no Lotus Exige, the Lambo's girth never prevented us from putting the tires exactly where they needed to go.

Lamborghini owners will scoff at this, but we half-expected the Gallardo LP 570-4 Superleggera to drive like an Audi R8 5.2 V10 (no hiding the truth that they are heavy DNA-sharing cousins). In fact, most cynics will say that you can put the aforementioned Audi in your driveway for $100,000 less with nearly the same performance. Not so fast. The Audi R8 is damn near perfect, but it's no Lamborghini. The 570-4 Superleggera is lighter (by a staggering 761 pounds), shorter in height (by 3.4 inches) and in length (by 1.9 inches). The R8 5.2 is also down 45 horsepower (costing the Audi two full seconds in a timed race to 124 mph against the Lamborghini).



In all fairness, the R8 5.2 is a trophy-toting beauty queen while the LP 570-4 is an international supermodel – but let's ignore the ocular comparisons for now. The Audi is amazingly easy to drive fast, and just as easy to drive slowly. The German is comfortable, roomy and well-mannered. The Lamborghini is harder to drive, but faster and more rewarding at speed. The Italian is impeccably finished, but raw by design. To be more concise: The Audi can waltz, but the Lamborghini grabs you and does an R-rated Rio tango.

The Audi doesn't really compete with the LP 570-4 Superleggera, nor does the Aston Martin DBS or Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG, for that matter. However, the upcoming Porsche GT2 RS may put up a good fight. We didn't check with Animal Planet, but our current research says the only true natural enemy of the LP 570-4 Superleggera could be the stunning Ferrari 458 Italia. Owners need not worry, as this Lamborghini will most likely never cross paths with any worthy adversary.

The 570-4 Superleggera is unquestionably the most talented Lamborghini on the road today. Fusing a highly-tuned powerplant and a sophisticated drive system to a lightweight chassis is what real sports cars are all about. Unlike its predecessors that seemed to possess more panache than event-winning medals, the all-new 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4 Superleggera delivers astronomical performance that will not only land the coupe on the red carpet, but more often than not, on the top of the podium.