The Very First Supercar: The Lamborghini Miura
Over 50 years ago, the Lamborghini Muira ushered in a new era of supercars—all by wanting to make something hyper quick and even more practical.
Written by Tom Hindle
Reviewed by Kathleen Flear
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It’s hard to believe, but in the ‘60s, there was no real concept of a supercar. People usually settled with cars which were more than adequate and had speed—but few dared to dream of more. Then, Lamborghini released the Miura, which led to a whole new way of designing cars and wrote a new chapter in
car history
. Here's a look back at the car that first dared to be more.What makes a car super
Supercars earn their status for several reasons. One of the most obvious is the price, which can sometimes cost more than a home.
But it’s more than an indication of wealth. These cars are made with superior materials, have a unique design that makes them stand apart from other cars.
They’re also immensely quick and are engineered to fit some of the most powerful engines out there. Their speed is far and above what a typical vehicle can accomplish.
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Birth of a supercar
The Lamborghini Miura was the supercar that started it all. According to
Car and Driver
, the original first hit showroom floors in 1967. The publication originally feared that the Miura would be too powerful to pass the rigorous standards the National Traffic Safety Bureau demanded, but things worked out. This was Lamborghini's big move to finally surpass Ferrari in the sports car market. And Lambo spared no expense to do so.
Unlike its close rivals, the Ford Mark III and the Ferrari 275/LM, the Miura was designed with daily drivability in mind. It was a car fit for those who liked the idea of racing but didn't want to be confined to a track.
So, the Muira was stylish, quick, and comfortable. It wasn’t an easy feat to put together, but the results were more than worth the growing pains.
The 1967 Miura
The 1967 Miura came equipped with a 430 hp, V-12 engine, and a 5-speed manual transmission. There were a few unusual design aspects to it, though, such as a battery that was placed in the front compartment rather than the central frame tunnel. The accelerator was also pivoted, rather than containing a standard suspended mount.
And the results were clear. Its speed was astonishing for a car designed in 1967. The Miura could go from zero to 60 in 5.0 seconds. It took 11.7 seconds to hit 100 mph, and 32.5 seconds to reach 150.
When it was new, the 1967 Miura cost only $19,250. These days, it goes for nearly $2 million.
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