New Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder

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2006 Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder

Specifications
Engine
Type: V10
Displacement cu in (cc): 303 (4961)
Power bhp (kW) at RPM: 520(382) / 8000
Torque lb-ft (Nm) at RPM: 376(510) / n.a.
Redline at RPM: n.a.
Brakes & Tires
Brakes F/R: ABS, vented disc/vented disc
Tires F-R: 235/35 ZR19 - 295/30 ZR19
Driveline: All Wheel Drive
Exterior Dimensions & Weight
Length × Width × Height in: 167.7 × 74.1 × 46.2
Weight lb (kg): 3460 (1570)
Performance
Acceleration 0-62 mph s: 4.3
Top Speed mph (km/h): 195 (314)
Fuel Economy EPA city/highway mpg (l/100 km): n.a. (17.0)

Base Price: 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder - n.a. (last update: 9/12/2005)

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New Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder

Two years after the launch of the Coupe version of the Gallardo, Automobili Lamborghini is presenting the new Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder at the Frankfurt Motor Show. This latest addition brings the marque’s range of supercars to four models.

The Gallardo Spyder is not just an open-top version of the Coupe, but is a completely new model. It has an attractive new design and a unique system for opening and closing the fabric roof that utilizes the engine compartment to store the folded roof.

The Lamborghini Centro Stile and engineers from the Research and Development team have worked in close partnership to develop this new design and to bring these clean and sharp lines on the road.

Gallardo Spyder Design

The original design vision for the Gallardo was created in the year 2000 and this vision continues with the ”open” version.

The dimensions of the Gallardo, combined with its competitive performance targets, ensure the car has an athletic compactness. The long wheelbase complemented by short overhangs dynamise its appearance. The Gallardo Spyder features typical and unique mono-volume proportions, which integrate the Lamborghini design attributes of purism, athleticism and sharpness.

The cab-forward cockpit is integrated in the body by a strongly-slanted front screen and tensed pillars. The complex surfacing is intersected by crisp graphics and its detailing, which is orientated towards optimum cooling, evokes a strong aeronautical influence in its proportions and formal language.

The Roof

The roof raising/lowering system of the Gallardo Spyder is based on an electronic control system with electrohydraulic actuators. The roof raising/lowering mechanism is extremely simple to operate by way of two push-buttons on the centre of the dashboard. And the whole operation takes just over 20 seconds.

The rear screen moves automatically while the roof is being opened or closed. This automatically-controlled movement always returns the screen to the raised position. The driver can also choose to have the screen in the lowered position (also with the roof raised) by pressing the appropriate button on the dashboard. There is also a "service function" that positions the roof so as to allow access to the engine.

Gallardo Spyder Engine and Performance

The new Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder features a number of important modifications to the original engine and transmission from the Coupe. The 10-cylinder 4961 cc propulsion unit now develops 520 bhp at 8,000 rpm. The six-speed gearbox now has lower ratios (1st gear is 27% lower, 2nd gear is 13%, 3rd / 4th / 5th gears are all 6% lower, while 6th gear is 3.5% lower), which create a more dynamic performance.

The steering is also more direct and precise and the suspension has been recalibrated.

Like the other models in the range, the Gallardo Spyder also benefits from aluminum bodywork and features permanent four-wheel drive.

And finally, its performance figures: the Gallardo Spyder – which complies with EURO 4 homologation standards – reaches a top speed of 314 km/h with the roof up and 307 km/h with the roof down, accelerating from 0 to 62 mph in 4.3 seconds.

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Oh..............that is just AWSOME, Big Daddy since you are buying cars for everyone else, I would like this one ............in red ..........sport package (j/k)...........and a whole years worth of gas!
 
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this really is nice, though not as rad looking at the murcielago roadster. man i would love to have one of those gallardo concept roadsters, wiht the separated hub seats! So awesome that!
 
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agree epj3, this thing does have a monster in it indeed :D but since its a ragtop, i bet it would perform pretty much onpar with the tintop on a track!
 

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Bmw 325i 7803 said:
It's actually the same, the BMW V-10 has more torque this one has around 13 more hp, but less torque. I wonder who copied who?
HAHAHAH You're saying lamborghini copied bmw?!?!? HAHAHHAHAHAHAHHAAHAhahhahahahahahahahhahah ahahahhahahhahahaa [rofl][rofl][rofl][rofl][rofl][rofl][rofl][rofl][rofl][rofl][rofl][rofl][rofl][rofl][rofl][rofl]

you're right and bmw copied honda when they built the Mini.
 

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epj3 said:
HAHAHAH You're saying lamborghini copied bmw?!?!? HAHAHHAHAHAHAHHAAHAhahhahahahahahahahhahah ahahahhahahhahahaa [rofl][rofl][rofl][rofl][rofl][rofl][rofl][rofl][rofl][rofl][rofl][rofl][rofl][rofl][rofl][rofl]

you're right and bmw copied honda when they built the Mini.
Actually I implied BMW compied Lambo, if you had taken a few minutes to get a hold of yourself and stop giggling like a little girl you just might have realized that.

What's wrong with Honda?
 
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Bmw 325i 7803 said:
Actually I implied BMW compied Lambo, if you had taken a few minutes to get a hold of yourself and stop giggling like a little girl you just might have realized that.

What's wrong with Honda?
It is all to possible that one copied the other, BMW Lambo or the other way around. Don't forget that Lambo is owned and operated by VW AG. Techno sharing is not unheard of.
 
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Don't forget about the Lamborghini/Chrysler/Dodge connections. Dodge produces the Viper, which has been producing a V10 for years.

With that said, I really don't think BMW copied anyone. They took their V10 straight from their F1 program. Who knows if the F1 dept. copied anyone. I doubt it. BMW is known for their engines.

The fact that a lot of car manufactures are making V10's is only the next direction of engine building. I am sure there is some coping going on, but you have to stay in the game if your are going to succeed in the high-end sport car market....
 
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We have such ridiculously high-horsepower cars and for example, over 50% of all Mercedes AMG cars are sold in the United States, but around here, I have a real hard time finding even 65mph speed limits. My point is that we have such ridiculously fast cars nowadays but nowhere to open them up...and if you do go to the track, good luck because insurance won't cover it if you wreck your brand new $90K M5 !!!!!!!!!!
 


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