Lamboghini Gallardo
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Shots posted here already but it looks like a very interesting package, 550bhp with 1400kg
and only 95-100k.
It will be targeted directly at the Ferrari 360 Modena and Porsche 911 GT2, and estimates as to its price point to around £95,000-£100,000. Like the RSR, it will feature an aluminium spaceframe construction and aluminium exterior 'skin', put together at Audi's quattro GmbH works in Neckarsulm, but its final assembly will take place at Sant'Agata, the real home of Lamborghini. Insiders hint at a version of the V10 delivering over 550 bhp (more than the Audi) and an overall weight of just 1400kg.
To set the Gallardo apart from the Murcielago, it will have conventionally-opening doors, and it will have a relatively discreet rear spoiler which raises itself at high speeds. Effectively a 2+2 with a little rear bench seat, it should be quite roomy and as spacious inside as the Murcielago.
>>> Edited by maranellouk on Wednesday 4th December 19:21
and only 95-100k. It will be targeted directly at the Ferrari 360 Modena and Porsche 911 GT2, and estimates as to its price point to around £95,000-£100,000. Like the RSR, it will feature an aluminium spaceframe construction and aluminium exterior 'skin', put together at Audi's quattro GmbH works in Neckarsulm, but its final assembly will take place at Sant'Agata, the real home of Lamborghini. Insiders hint at a version of the V10 delivering over 550 bhp (more than the Audi) and an overall weight of just 1400kg.
To set the Gallardo apart from the Murcielago, it will have conventionally-opening doors, and it will have a relatively discreet rear spoiler which raises itself at high speeds. Effectively a 2+2 with a little rear bench seat, it should be quite roomy and as spacious inside as the Murcielago.
>>> Edited by maranellouk on Wednesday 4th December 19:21
Anjum said: 2+2, mid engined? - I don't think so!
I dont think so either...! Mind you, Im not entirely sure what actually counts as a 2+2 so who knows?
Jota - a specially designed bit of power increasing Lambo kit attached to the diablo SE.....
Think you mean the Carla.....and you're dead right. What a fabulous looking beast
>> Edited by Nightmare on Tuesday 10th December 17:13
500 bhp - spoken to a man who can in Italy who has driven it - reckons it's pretty special - in a different way to the Murci.
Apparantly - should put off some Murci buyers - but they reckon 360's will be a distant memory on the straights - and around corners.
Blimey!
Not convinced about the styling (in the piccies that I've seen anyway) - But I reckon it will grow on you - a bit like the 360M did?
Apparantly - should put off some Murci buyers - but they reckon 360's will be a distant memory on the straights - and around corners.
Blimey!
Not convinced about the styling (in the piccies that I've seen anyway) - But I reckon it will grow on you - a bit like the 360M did?
Anjum said: 500 bhp - spoken to a man who can in Italy who has driven it - reckons it's pretty special - in a different way to the Murci.
Apparantly - should put off some Murci buyers - but they reckon 360's will be a distant memory on the straights - and around corners.
Blimey!
Not convinced about the styling (in the piccies that I've seen anyway) - But I reckon it will grow on you - a bit like the 360M did?
Hmm, seeing as I'm in Italy now, maybe a quick visit to the Lamborghini factory might be in order(digi&camcorder under coat style)
Anjum said: but they reckon 360's will be a distant memory on the straights - and around corners.
On the straights: probably
Around corners: not so sure, Lamborghini has to prove it can reach such dynamic abilities as a 360's.Even with 100hp more and 4wd.
It certainly is an interesting car though!
Does anyone have any new Detroit show pics of it?
LG1 said:
Anjum said: but they reckon 360's will be a distant memory on the straights - and around corners.
On the straights: probably
Around corners: not so sure, Lamborghini has to prove it can reach such dynamic abilities as a 360's.Even with 100hp more and 4wd.
It certainly is an interesting car though!
Does anyone have any new Detroit show pics of it?
LG1 said:
Anjum said: but they reckon 360's will be a distant memory on the straights - and around corners.
On the straights: probably
Around corners: not so sure, Lamborghini has to prove it can reach such dynamic abilities as a 360's.Even with 100hp more and 4wd.
It certainly is an interesting car though!
Does anyone have any new Detroit show pics of it?
Not so sure about that (575 v's murci?) - all the mags seem to prefer the murci (regardless of Fiorano kit)!
Let's get this into perspective - we are talking about a very naughty car versus a very naughty car!
I thinks it's great that we can actually have this thread (i.e. 360 v's Gallardo) - bring it on!
Not that I really give credit to mags.
But Car magazine just ranked, in their Performance car of the year, the Murcielago 8th or 9th(don't remember exactly) and 575 with FHP 2nd.
Anyway I was really taking the 360 as the handling benchmark not the 575.
I agree that the Gallardo is extremely interesting and could turn out very good.As you say:
bring it on!
But Car magazine just ranked, in their Performance car of the year, the Murcielago 8th or 9th(don't remember exactly) and 575 with FHP 2nd.
Anyway I was really taking the 360 as the handling benchmark not the 575.
I agree that the Gallardo is extremely interesting and could turn out very good.As you say:
bring it on!
LG1 said: Not that I really give credit to mags.
But Car magazine just ranked, in their Performance car of the year, the Murcielago 8th or 9th(don't remember exactly) and 575 with FHP 2nd.
Anyway I was really taking the 360 as the handling benchmark not the 575.
I agree that the Gallardo is extremely interesting and could turn out very good.As you say:
bring it on!
Just to be more contraversial - I reckon a 550 blows away a 360 for handling! So there!
Ciao Luigi 
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If you don't mind I'll intervene - in terms of pure dynamic response time and outright grip the 360 does win - of that ther can be no argument... but IMO the 550M is more slideable, forgiving and friendly on the limit - to the point where you can play with it like a car half it's size.... depending on you point of view, many people could consider this characteristic to constitute superior handling..... (to some extent I do).
Now here's the point... I've seen you drive and to be honest you are a VERY skilled madman.... I however am a NOT skilled (in the slightest) - switch of the ASR on a 550 and I'll have a lot more fun than I would in a 360!
>> Edited by manu on Thursday 9th January 16:09
!! If you don't mind I'll intervene - in terms of pure dynamic response time and outright grip the 360 does win - of that ther can be no argument... but IMO the 550M is more slideable, forgiving and friendly on the limit - to the point where you can play with it like a car half it's size.... depending on you point of view, many people could consider this characteristic to constitute superior handling..... (to some extent I do).
Now here's the point... I've seen you drive and to be honest you are a VERY skilled madman.... I however am a NOT skilled (in the slightest) - switch of the ASR on a 550 and I'll have a lot more fun than I would in a 360!
>> Edited by manu on Thursday 9th January 16:09
LG1 said: That's what I like about democracy and freedom of speech: anyone can express its opinion.
Would you care to elaborate how the 550 blows away () the 360 for handling.
I'm quite interested...
Sure!
Quite simple really. (
) The 360 is a great car. Make no mistake. On the limit, without ASR and on Sport settings - however, breakaway can be sudden - especially over an uneven surface. In a 550/575 without ASR and on sport setting, on the same track the breakaway is more progressive, allowing one to continue on the throttle, without having to take (too much) remedial action.
Please don't take this personally, this is my own opinion, formed after owning both cars.
I'll say it again, 360 is a great car. The 550 (IMHO) is greater still.....
Anjum,
I'd be interested to know what you think of your Diablo. Also general details of your usage and what you think of it under various situations you have driven it. You can email me if you prefer as I was going to email you but there's no possibility via your profile.
Details that would be handy (thanks in advance):
mileage per annum. Whats it like in rain. Handling, especially compared to 360, or even 550. Reliability, build quality, does it like London roads?, have you ever got it into an NCP underground parking?, and that most repeated question of all: clutch! Spoke to a reputable specialist who again echoed the high clutch use of these cars. Are they that bad? Also, with regards to a late 1999 or 2000 SV (new type lights), I understand you had one of those too? What were your thoughts on that?
Thanks in advance,
Ali
I'd be interested to know what you think of your Diablo. Also general details of your usage and what you think of it under various situations you have driven it. You can email me if you prefer as I was going to email you but there's no possibility via your profile.
Details that would be handy (thanks in advance):
mileage per annum. Whats it like in rain. Handling, especially compared to 360, or even 550. Reliability, build quality, does it like London roads?, have you ever got it into an NCP underground parking?, and that most repeated question of all: clutch! Spoke to a reputable specialist who again echoed the high clutch use of these cars. Are they that bad? Also, with regards to a late 1999 or 2000 SV (new type lights), I understand you had one of those too? What were your thoughts on that?
Thanks in advance,
Ali
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