1975 Lamborghini Urraco P250 (by Bertone)
Marcello Gandini’s angular design language defined Lamborghini’s ambitious entry-level sports car, which debuted at the 1970 Turin Auto Show to challenge the Ferrari Dino and Maserati Merak.
The Urraco is a 2+2 coupé with bodywork designed by Gandini (then working for Carrozzeria Bertone) featuring the distinctive wedge-shaped profile that would influence future Lamborghini designs.
Cast magnesium wheels by Campagnolo were mounted on a steel monocoque chassis with MacPherson strut independent suspension at all four corners. The compact proportions accommodated genuine 2+2 seating in a mid-engined layout, distinguishing it from rear-engined competitors.
The Paolo Stanzani-designed Tipo L240 engine was an all-alloy 90° V8 with single overhead camshafts per bank, displacing 2,463cc (150 cu in) thanks to a bore and stroke of 86mm and 53mm, respectively.
Peak output was 217 hp at 7,500 rpm and 166 lb-ft at 5,750 rpm, enabling 0-62 mph in approximately 6.9 seconds and a top speed of about 143 mph.
When production ceased in 1979, a total of 791 Urracos had been built: Urraco P200 (77 produced), Urraco P250 (520 produced), and Urraco P300 (190 produced), making the P250 the most numerous variant of this underrated Italian sports car.
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