Whats New for the 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo?
Call the 2004 Gallardo the “entry-level” Lamborghini. Gunning for the Ferrari 360 Modena with 500 horsepower, all-wheel-drive and decidedly edgy styling, the Lamboghini Gallardo is the first all-new model from this Italian exotic car builder since Audi assumed control of the company.Advantages of the 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo: 500hp V10 enginePermanent 4WD systemFour-mode E-gear sequential manual gearboxLightweight aluminum constructionHeavily influenced by Audi AG, which controls LamborghiniMore exclusive, and powerful, than a Ferrari 360 ModenaObjections to the 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo: German influence taints Italian bloodlineEditor’s Advice: Named after a breed of fighting bull, the 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo is intended to serve as an everyday driver exotic car – like an Acura NSX but at twice the price. An aluminum, 500hp, V10 engine with variable valve timing, a variable geometry intake manifold, a dry sump lubrication system and drive-by-wire throttle control resides behind the
