Gallardo - Suspensions & Brakes

The choice of double wishbones front and rear suspension system, true to Lamborghini engineering tradition and a must for high performance sports cars, has been confirmed also for the Gallardo.

The accurate definition of the geometry, of the characteristics of springs and stabilizing bars and the adoption of Koni "selfadjusting" FSD dampers have been fundamental in achieving the desired handling, high speed stability and comfort performances.

Great attention was given to optimising the Gallardo's dynamic behaviour in curve. In order to guarantee the best car controllability, the dynamics are slightly under steering at the beginning of the curve and neutral for all the rest of the curve. No wind-up effects (typical of some 4WD cars with viscous transmission) are detectable, even in sharp cornering.

The introduction of "antidive" and "antisquat" characteristics guarantee optimal car behaviour also during acceleration and braking.

The Pirelli Pzero tires (front 235/35 ZR19, rear 295730 ZR19) guarantee optimal adherence characteristics in the various driving conditions.

As an option winter tires with the same dimensions have been developed and will be available next fall.

The choice of 19''wheels has permitted the installation of large diameter brake disks (front 365mm, rear 335) together with Brembo 8-piston callipers in the front and 4-piston callipers in the rear.

Such a braking system, which also features a state of the art ABS/ESP system, guarantees excellent brake efficiency (deceleration over 1.1 g on dry) and the absence of fading phenomenon also after extreme use.

The full stability control system (ESP) has been conceived and calibrated in order to assist the driver in demanding conditions, while still allowing a true sports driving experience.

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