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#1 ·
Hey all.

I've tried searching on the forums and haven't been able to find anything (even though I know there must be threads!)

I'm trying to pick between a 550 vs 560. I think that they seem to each have their perks. The 550 is a bit lighter, and is RWD. The 560 is faster (0-60 seems to be noticeable based on the specs I'm finding online between the two).

Every thread I see normally devolves into a "stick vs. eGear" or other sort of conversation.

Anyone have thoughts?
 
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I think the bigger questions is it worth the extra money for the 560? I didn't find any difference in power, only that the 550 feels more agile and lighter, for me its rear wheel all the way. The biggest challenge with the 550 is getting the rear wheels to lock up off the line, but that is really all part of the fun. I guess I'm a bit biased now.
 
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Spot on Russk

Unless you like the styling of of 13 lp560 I would say choose between a 550 or 570. Those are truly different. The looks of a 09-12 560 and a 550 are practically identical. I had a 13 560 but bought it not for awd but the looks of the rear and front differences. If performance is the main priority go straight to the SL 570 and don look back, but you will give up a bit of ride comfort and rear wheel fun of. 550
 
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It costs less than $1k parts and labor to convert an AWD Gallardo to RWD. It is easily reversed. Buy the AWD, and get the best of all worlds.

Uh, I just responded to another thread of yours regarding an LP K&N air filter... I (now) take it you actually bought air filters before you had even identified a car to purchase?
 
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I can tell you first hand from owning all the variations IF there is one that's noticeably faster its the 570, period. The 550 gives a false feelin of being faster than the 560 because its so wild with wheel spin and yawing side to side. The 560 just plants and goes withou much drama. . All of them are extremely fast so I'm not sure if a few tenths is really that importaHmnt.

With that being said I stand with Leomiami that the awd G's are technically faster
 
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Why is the 570's strength noticeable. Is the 100 lbs of weight loss that significant? Cause obviously 10 horses can't be felt.
 
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Question could be posed as:
1.) Do you prefer the lighter sharper handling feel of a car
OR
2.) The confidence in the grip around turns

I too have owned both a 550-2 and a 570 STS. Responsiveness of the 570 cars is noticeable, marginal on the street, but noticeable. I was told to protect the 560 market, there is no detune from a 560 vs a 550, both cars actually do make the same power. AWD is always going to aid in 0-60 times, hence the reason why most of the quickest 0-60 cars are all AWD: 911 Turbo S, GT-R, Aventador and Huracan. I will definitely comment that the Huracan feels significantly quicker than the STS. Talk to Roy, he'll get you straight and take care of you.
 
#24 ·
I always wanted to have a TT system on my Gallardo that's another reason why I rather have the LP560 than the LP550.

There are great deals for the LP550 2011... They cost the same as the LP560 2009 so if you get an LP550 you are getting a newer car for the same price.


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#50 · (Edited)
Lots of great info being shared. I think I'm probably the last guy to ask about the differences, I'm just in it for the fun of it. Nothing serious, in fact I've yet to go over 100 mph. I just have too much fun getting to 60 to really care about the top end. If things were different maybe I would prefer the stability of all wheel drive, but for now I'm loving what I can do with just 2.
 
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#51 ·
AWD in high-powered cars is for one thing, and one thing only - putting the power to the ground, whether off the line (that shot-out-of-a-cannon feel; a few tenths on paper), or out of a turn (that 'planted', I'm-not-a-great-driver-but-we-came-out-of-that-corner-fast feeling). This can result in quicker lap times on a big track where power is important (Nurburgring), which some translate into 'better handling'. But on a tighter track (or a canyon road) lighter weight, more communicative steering, and the ability to rotate for better placement (less understeer) are the traits of a 'better handling' car.

Regardless, AWD in a high-powered car is not for the safety of less experienced drivers. In fact a high-powered AWD car could be considered LESS safe, as the false sense of security will have you going faster when you run out of talent.
 
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I agree with the above and as Leo stated, AWD's main purpose is for performance enhancements. Lamborghini believes that is the optimal way to set up a car, Ferrari and McLaren differ, but the acceleration numbers make that a fact. It's even evident in other cars, look at the E63 AMG S vs the M5 or the Alpina B7 vs. the S8. The AWD cars all win in 0-60 and 1/4 times comparison.

The comment made earlier about the LP550's holding their value better is highly doubtful in my opinion. Those were the heaviest discounted cars with the highest optional equipment included in the price. Lamborghini was developing the Gallardo replacement for quite a while, hence the over 80 test mules they had for the Huracan. The market was softening on the G and the dealers suggested making more optional equipment standard instead of them being forced to discount new cars to move them. If you discount new cars it drives preowned cars even lower, no one will pay more for preowned Gallardo than a new one. When I began looking the BiColore's had just been announced and included the E-Gear, transparent engine bonnet, Scorpius Wheels, front lift and branding package as standard equipment. They then opened the order bank for none BiColore paint schemes, so standard looking monochromatic paint with even more available options at no charge. I ordered a new 2012 LP550-2 and got the Cordelia Wheels at no charge all for low $200's. The LP550's not only had lower starting prices, but Lamborghini was attempting in the last few years to use up the parts bin before the Huracan. Ask any Lamborghini dealership how excited they are for a LP550 right now, it's a tough sell for them unless they can acquire that car for an insulting figure. I don't think the LP550 has any more value retaining ability than the LP560. In my opinion, the best chance to hold value will be the Blancpain, STS, or Squadra Corsa.
 
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Tomaso said:
OK. I know when Audi first came out with the Quattro the main reason was safety.
The result of AWD is both increased performance and safety. Which came first, the chicken or the egg? LOL[/QUOT

And 2 wheel has less performance and safety, but more fun. Remember the Jay Leno video, he said it all for me. I post it if I could find it.
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#57 ·
Tomaso - we're definitely getting into the semantics here and let me say, both cars are fantastic and I've enjoyed both tremendously.

However, Audi is a mass market brand appealing to families with children where safety is a great marketing strategy, naturally, it would make sense for them to hype the safety features of their vehicles being AWD. Lamborghini is not marketing themselves as the "safe" exotic car.

Balboni began testing cars in the seventies, long before AWD was developed. He clearly states his preference and enjoyment of rear wheel drive, as do you and I. Regardless of his opinion aligning with ours, he never states it to be a performance gain to have rear wheel drive. Why would Lamborghini sacrifice performance in a segment where they are competing for buyers with more options to choose from today than ever before. Winklemann has said, the priorities of supercar buyers used to be top speed, today, very few care about top speed and its all about acceleration and handling. AWD aids in both of those performance categories. Since we'll all debate a tenth of a second as faster of which one wins between the 560 vs 550. Consider the 911 Turbo S, which is AWD, vs the higher horsepower GT2 RS. The Turbo S is much quicker with the AWD setup.
 
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