Lamborghini’s latest Gallardo Superleggera (Italian for super light) is a finely crafted high-performance sports car. Boasting an additional 10 hp and carbon fiber parts, the Superleggera is 100 kg lighter than the original Gallardo, making it the car with the fastest acceleration in its class. With a weight/power ratio of only 2.5 kg/hp, the new Superleggera goes from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.8 seconds, 0.2 seconds less than the basic model.
The Lamborghini Gallardo Superleggera’s powerful 4.9-liter V10 engine is the latest version of the famous 4,961 cm3 V10, capable of producing 530 hp at 8,000 rpm. To ensure a seamless transition between gearshifts, the Superleggera utilizes a mechanical ‘e-gear’ gearbox that allows the driver to shift gears without removing his hands from the steering wheel.
To reduce the Lamborghini Gallardo’s already relatively low weight, engineers replaced the rear diffuser, underbody tray, rearview mirrors, door panels and central tunnel with carbon fiber, while the engine hood is made from transparent polycarbonate.
The limited edition Superleggera is available in four colours, Midas Yellow, Borealis Orange, Telesto Gray and Noctis Black, and includes optional upgrades such as a fixed rear spoiler, a rear video camera, and carbon-ceramic brakes. Production volume is set to be lower than the standard Gallardo.
