The history of the company is interesting because Lamborghini. that it originated otherwise. nothing. for example, Opel.It grew out of a bicycle factory, Daimler or whose roots go back to a tiny motor chaise.Here, the decision was made simply. "We are starting to build cars." - Said Lamborghini. Basta. The decision was made simply under pressure of emotions and this factor was decisive.
Ferruccio Lamborghini was born in the town of Cento di Renatsio near the city of Ferrara, April 28, 1916. A passion for technology. and. especially for automobile engines. She led him to the engineering school in Bologna, after which he worked as a mechanic in the Italian army. After World War II took up Ferruccio reworking of military equipment in civilian, mainly agricultural. Born under the sign of "Taurus" Ferruccio Lamborghini (Ferruccio Lamborghini) already decorated their cars the emblem of a bull. In the late forties, he was able to start production of the Lamborghini tractor of his own design. Later, the firm has also engaged in the development and manufacture of heating equipment and air conditioning systems. By the time the decision is perhaps the most important decision in my life, Lamborghini was already rich and famous man in Italy.
With the formation of the industrial designer, technical expertise and success in business, Ferruccio Lamborghini decided to create the world's best high-speed car. That pushed the hot Italian to that decision, several legends tell that, one way or another, are reduced to the contention between Enzo Ferrari (owner of the company Ferrari), and Lamborghini.
According to one version, while the Lamborghini had a fleet of several sports cars, including sports cars and the brand Ferrari, who was not satisfied with its technical parameters and quality.
According to one version, while the Lamborghini had a fleet of several sports cars, including sports cars and the brand Ferrari, who was not satisfied with its technical parameters and quality.
Ferruccio dared express Enzo Ferrari's claim concerning the reliability of its vehicles and to point out a number of design flaws, in response to which, the master offended displeasure "recommended" Lamborghini to do their work, and if that does not like something, do something better.
It hurt Ferruccio and he decided to create a car in all respects superior to Ferrari. Despite the fact that by the time the Lamborghini was a successful and respected person, the idea of designing a sports car, competing with Ferrari, many perceive as inexplicable madness and extravagance.
It hurt Ferruccio and he decided to create a car in all respects superior to Ferrari. Despite the fact that by the time the Lamborghini was a successful and respected person, the idea of designing a sports car, competing with Ferrari, many perceive as inexplicable madness and extravagance.
However, the circumstances have contributed to realization of the bold decision taken under the pressure of emotions. Temper Enzo Ferrari was the reason that his company left the highly talented professionals such as Giotto Bizarini, Giampaolo Dallara and Bob Wallace, Lamborghini which immediately rushed to lure.
So, by May 1963 the company was formed Automobili Ferruccio Lamborghini SpA. Construction of the production of sports cars began in the 15 km from Maranello, where going to Ferrari, in the village of Sant'Agata Bologna. Meanwhile, in one of the shops of the Lamborghini tractor factory was rapidly working on the first supercar.
The first scale-model Lamborghini car was presented to the public at the Turin Motor Show in October 1963. Lamborghini 350 GTV prototype was a coupe classic layout with a 12-cylinder V12 engine of 3.5 liters. and capacity 347 hp Maximum speed supercar was 280 km / h, with acceleration to 100 km / h took only 6,7s.
On new automobiles migrated used tractor emblem with the bull. Today it is difficult to say whether Lamborghini ardent fan of bullfighting or not, but either way, the majority of Lamborghini cars are named from the world of bullfighting.
Within six months, at the Geneva Motor Show a successful debut the production version of Lamborghini 350 GT. Such vehicles from 1964 to 1968 were issued a total of 120 units.
When creating the next model - Lamborghini 400 GT - engine capacity was increased to 4 l., And power - up to 320 hp, while the maximum speed reached 250 km / h.
In 1965 saw the light mid-engined Lamborghini Miura, take away the palm of popularity with Ferrari. Construction of a new race car, named after the breed ferocious bulls, developed Giampaolo Dallara, Bob Wallace and Paolo Stanzani secret from Lamborghini.
The fact is that in the past Ferruccio fiasco in racing, which is why an extremely negative attitude toward the establishment of a racing car. However, when the car was ready in the drawings, the development were shown Lamborghini, who delighted "made good" project.
Lamborghini has become a pioneer in the production of cars with central engine layout. Miura was equipped with a 4-cylinder 12-liter engine with 350 hp, which is located behind the driver across the machine on a special frame. The novelty was shown in November 1965 at the Turin Motor Show.
The exhibit - the car chassis of the future - has impressed the audience, the portfolio of orders for the car, which has not even been a body made up of 10 units! The unusual decision inspired designers to give the car an original shape. Since 1967, when sales began, and in 1973 it was released about 800 Miura, thanks to which the company has become known throughout the world.
In 1968, the debut of Islero 400 GT, named after a bull that killed in 1947, the famous matador Manuel Rodriguez.
In the same year she made her debut one of the most popular in the history of Lamborghini model, called Espada («blade matador"). It was the first four-seater Lamborghini, positioned as a "family supercar." In the decade since 1968, it was released more than a thousand units.
In 1970 there was designed by Marcello Gandini car smaller dimensions - Lamborghini Urraco P250 8-cylinder mid-engine 2.5-liter. By the end of the release in 1979 it produced 791 cars. Also new this year was the Jarama 400 GT (4,0 liter, V12).
So, by May 1963 the company was formed Automobili Ferruccio Lamborghini SpA. Construction of the production of sports cars began in the 15 km from Maranello, where going to Ferrari, in the village of Sant'Agata Bologna. Meanwhile, in one of the shops of the Lamborghini tractor factory was rapidly working on the first supercar.
The first scale-model Lamborghini car was presented to the public at the Turin Motor Show in October 1963. Lamborghini 350 GTV prototype was a coupe classic layout with a 12-cylinder V12 engine of 3.5 liters. and capacity 347 hp Maximum speed supercar was 280 km / h, with acceleration to 100 km / h took only 6,7s.
On new automobiles migrated used tractor emblem with the bull. Today it is difficult to say whether Lamborghini ardent fan of bullfighting or not, but either way, the majority of Lamborghini cars are named from the world of bullfighting.
Within six months, at the Geneva Motor Show a successful debut the production version of Lamborghini 350 GT. Such vehicles from 1964 to 1968 were issued a total of 120 units.
When creating the next model - Lamborghini 400 GT - engine capacity was increased to 4 l., And power - up to 320 hp, while the maximum speed reached 250 km / h.
In 1965 saw the light mid-engined Lamborghini Miura, take away the palm of popularity with Ferrari. Construction of a new race car, named after the breed ferocious bulls, developed Giampaolo Dallara, Bob Wallace and Paolo Stanzani secret from Lamborghini.
The fact is that in the past Ferruccio fiasco in racing, which is why an extremely negative attitude toward the establishment of a racing car. However, when the car was ready in the drawings, the development were shown Lamborghini, who delighted "made good" project.
Lamborghini has become a pioneer in the production of cars with central engine layout. Miura was equipped with a 4-cylinder 12-liter engine with 350 hp, which is located behind the driver across the machine on a special frame. The novelty was shown in November 1965 at the Turin Motor Show.
The exhibit - the car chassis of the future - has impressed the audience, the portfolio of orders for the car, which has not even been a body made up of 10 units! The unusual decision inspired designers to give the car an original shape. Since 1967, when sales began, and in 1973 it was released about 800 Miura, thanks to which the company has become known throughout the world.
In 1968, the debut of Islero 400 GT, named after a bull that killed in 1947, the famous matador Manuel Rodriguez.
In the same year she made her debut one of the most popular in the history of Lamborghini model, called Espada («blade matador"). It was the first four-seater Lamborghini, positioned as a "family supercar." In the decade since 1968, it was released more than a thousand units.
In 1970 there was designed by Marcello Gandini car smaller dimensions - Lamborghini Urraco P250 8-cylinder mid-engine 2.5-liter. By the end of the release in 1979 it produced 791 cars. Also new this year was the Jarama 400 GT (4,0 liter, V12).
The next year at the Geneva Motor Show the company demonstrated a revolutionary concept car Lamborghini Countach. His arrival created a furor.
The car, equipped with a 365-horsepower engine with a working volume of 4 l., A top speed of 300 km / h. The prototype was equipped with a vertically opening doors and rear air intakes. From 1974 to 1990, it was released in 2042 a car of this brand.
Starting 70th was marked by the economic crisis has hit many automobile firms. I was no exception and the company Lamborghini.
The drop in sales and a lack of funds forced Lamborghini to sell 51% stake in Swiss businessman George-Henri Rossetti. In 1974, the remaining share was sold to a friend of Rossetti - René Leimer. The new shareholders paid little attention for Lamborghini and did not put it in additional funds.
In March 1976, Lamborghini presented to the visitors of the Geneva Motor Show next novelty, which is dubbed the Silhouette. V8 engine of 3 liters and 250 hp made it possible to accelerate to 100 km / h in 7 seconds, with a top speed of 260 km / h. It was the first Lamborghini car with removable roof (Targa). Cars of this model were produced only 52.
To solve the financial problems of the company's management Lamborghini has contracted with BMW on the final design and production of 400 sports cars E26, received later known under the name BMW M1. By execution of this order Leimer received a large loan from the Italian government.
At the same time the management of Lamborghini cooperation agreement with the American company Mobility Technology International to develop a high-speed off-road vehicle with a Chrysler engine for the US Army.
At the Geneva Motor Show 1977 Cheetah («Cheetah"), caused a real stir! Cheetah The first prototype was presented to the test in the same year. In the deserts of Saudi Arabia, where the tests were carried out of the car, it has shown good results, but for various reasons have not been accepted by the customer.
Development and testing of Cheetah «ate 'most of the loan. Management of the company BMW, and not waiting for the start of production E26, terminated the contract with Lamborghini. Leimer Italy proposed the Supreme Court to transfer the company to the state management for two years, and August 1, 1978 the company Lamborghini came under the control of state administration headed by an expert in commercial matters Alessandro Artesia.
In the same year there was a collaboration of designers with the former Lamborghini chief designer of the company Giampaolo Dallara - Countach LP400S. For the first time in the history of Lamborghini car has received a 4-valve engine produces 455 hp For 16 years, was released in 1979 car Countach, considered the best-selling car in the company's history.
In July 1980, the Bologna Court decided to sell the company Mimran brothers - known tycoons food industry. Fortunately, the new shareholders, being passionate connoisseurs of cars began to rebuild the company by investing in new projects.
In the 80 years it came to light sports car Lamborghini Jalpa Targa with a body, named after a Mexican breed of fighting bulls. It was equipped with a 255-horsepower V8 engine capacity of 3,5l and was produced until 1987.
In 1981, the company once again decided to return to the topic of off-road vehicles and started production of LM001, created on the basis of a concept rejected by the US Army Cheetah. The car was equipped with the 4.7-liter V12 and 3.6-liter V8 engines.
A year later, the car was redesigned and received index LM002. More powerful V12 engine capacity of 455 hp volume of 5.2 liters. It was moved forward, and the suspension has been changed. With impressive dimensions of dynamic performance LM002 surpassed many of his peers.
Later, the model equipped 5.7-liter engine from the Diablo, and the 7.3-liter, fitted to the racing boats. During the years of production (until 1993), the company issued 301 SUV.
1984-1986 years have been for a period of reorganization and significant growth, but because of the high costs associated with the reorganization of production, the owners were forced to seek powerful partner who was found in the face of American concern Chrysler.
With the advent of Chrysler, Lamborghini began to recover positions. The development of the production and preparation of the vehicle, designed to change the Countach. The result is a dynamic, spectacular, a demonic creature ... Diablo.
This model again led the company in the leaders of the world automotive industry. The basis of the design presented to the public in 1989, formed tubular space frame and body made of heavy-duty and light materials from the master of automotive design - Marcello Gandini. Engine power 492 hp He placed behind the passenger compartment. The speed reaches 325 km / h, with acceleration to 100 km recruited from 4,1s.
The car, equipped with a 365-horsepower engine with a working volume of 4 l., A top speed of 300 km / h. The prototype was equipped with a vertically opening doors and rear air intakes. From 1974 to 1990, it was released in 2042 a car of this brand.
Starting 70th was marked by the economic crisis has hit many automobile firms. I was no exception and the company Lamborghini.
The drop in sales and a lack of funds forced Lamborghini to sell 51% stake in Swiss businessman George-Henri Rossetti. In 1974, the remaining share was sold to a friend of Rossetti - René Leimer. The new shareholders paid little attention for Lamborghini and did not put it in additional funds.
In March 1976, Lamborghini presented to the visitors of the Geneva Motor Show next novelty, which is dubbed the Silhouette. V8 engine of 3 liters and 250 hp made it possible to accelerate to 100 km / h in 7 seconds, with a top speed of 260 km / h. It was the first Lamborghini car with removable roof (Targa). Cars of this model were produced only 52.
To solve the financial problems of the company's management Lamborghini has contracted with BMW on the final design and production of 400 sports cars E26, received later known under the name BMW M1. By execution of this order Leimer received a large loan from the Italian government.
At the same time the management of Lamborghini cooperation agreement with the American company Mobility Technology International to develop a high-speed off-road vehicle with a Chrysler engine for the US Army.
At the Geneva Motor Show 1977 Cheetah («Cheetah"), caused a real stir! Cheetah The first prototype was presented to the test in the same year. In the deserts of Saudi Arabia, where the tests were carried out of the car, it has shown good results, but for various reasons have not been accepted by the customer.
Development and testing of Cheetah «ate 'most of the loan. Management of the company BMW, and not waiting for the start of production E26, terminated the contract with Lamborghini. Leimer Italy proposed the Supreme Court to transfer the company to the state management for two years, and August 1, 1978 the company Lamborghini came under the control of state administration headed by an expert in commercial matters Alessandro Artesia.
In the same year there was a collaboration of designers with the former Lamborghini chief designer of the company Giampaolo Dallara - Countach LP400S. For the first time in the history of Lamborghini car has received a 4-valve engine produces 455 hp For 16 years, was released in 1979 car Countach, considered the best-selling car in the company's history.
In July 1980, the Bologna Court decided to sell the company Mimran brothers - known tycoons food industry. Fortunately, the new shareholders, being passionate connoisseurs of cars began to rebuild the company by investing in new projects.
In the 80 years it came to light sports car Lamborghini Jalpa Targa with a body, named after a Mexican breed of fighting bulls. It was equipped with a 255-horsepower V8 engine capacity of 3,5l and was produced until 1987.
In 1981, the company once again decided to return to the topic of off-road vehicles and started production of LM001, created on the basis of a concept rejected by the US Army Cheetah. The car was equipped with the 4.7-liter V12 and 3.6-liter V8 engines.
A year later, the car was redesigned and received index LM002. More powerful V12 engine capacity of 455 hp volume of 5.2 liters. It was moved forward, and the suspension has been changed. With impressive dimensions of dynamic performance LM002 surpassed many of his peers.
Later, the model equipped 5.7-liter engine from the Diablo, and the 7.3-liter, fitted to the racing boats. During the years of production (until 1993), the company issued 301 SUV.
1984-1986 years have been for a period of reorganization and significant growth, but because of the high costs associated with the reorganization of production, the owners were forced to seek powerful partner who was found in the face of American concern Chrysler.
With the advent of Chrysler, Lamborghini began to recover positions. The development of the production and preparation of the vehicle, designed to change the Countach. The result is a dynamic, spectacular, a demonic creature ... Diablo.
This model again led the company in the leaders of the world automotive industry. The basis of the design presented to the public in 1989, formed tubular space frame and body made of heavy-duty and light materials from the master of automotive design - Marcello Gandini. Engine power 492 hp He placed behind the passenger compartment. The speed reaches 325 km / h, with acceleration to 100 km recruited from 4,1s.
The company has introduced several modifications Diablo, including Roadster SV with removable roof and drive only to the rear wheels, in 1995 - Diablo SV c hardtop and Diablo SVR, in 1997 - four-wheel drive modifications Diablo VT.
The crisis of the world market led to recession and pushed to the diversification of production: been implemented pilot projects such as an electric vehicle for urban use, the development of engines for the water boats.
In January 1994, Chrysler Corporation from financial difficulties was forced to sell Lamborghini Indonesian company MegaTech. The same year marked the first victory for Lamborghini Diablo in the race of the world championship in the class GT1.
In 1995 the company came under the leadership of the Indonesian and Malaysian companies V'Power MyCom. Unfortunately, the next owner again, could not "hold the bull by the horns" and, as a result of the same financial problems, in 1998 the company changed hands again. This time it was the Audi AG, a division of the concern Volkswagen AG.
In 2001, the premiere of a successor to Diablo - Murcielago (on behalf of the bull, the remaining standing after 24 strokes sword matador). Interestingly, for the first time 45-year history of the brand designer made not Italian, and Belgian Luc Donkervolk - creation of which belong to Audi Avant and Skoda Octavia. New Lamborghini got more comfortable and spacious lounge, as well as a more powerful 580-horsepower engine with 6,2l V12, which allowed to reach a maximum speed of 330 km / h.
Following the Murcielago on the market appeared "little» - Lamborghini Gallardo (breed of fighting bulls), which became the most popular model Lamborghini. With this car the company has established in 2007 the record of their own sales.
Unveiled at the Paris Motor Show 2008 the new supercar Lamborghini Estoque has become a bright sensation. Launching a series of new products expected in 2011. "Heart" of the car - the 5.2-liter 500-horsepower engine V10.
The car, which puts the company at the present time - Lamborghini LP560-4, equipped with a V12 engine capacity of 5.2 liters capacity of 552 liters. from. Acceleration to 100 km / h in 3.7 s, and for an additional 11.8 to gaining maximum speed - 325 km / h.
Meanwhile, the triumphant march of the history of Lamborghini, embodies the consistent quality, technical progress and the idea of irresistible flight of thought of talented designers, continues ...
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The crisis of the world market led to recession and pushed to the diversification of production: been implemented pilot projects such as an electric vehicle for urban use, the development of engines for the water boats.
In January 1994, Chrysler Corporation from financial difficulties was forced to sell Lamborghini Indonesian company MegaTech. The same year marked the first victory for Lamborghini Diablo in the race of the world championship in the class GT1.
In 1995 the company came under the leadership of the Indonesian and Malaysian companies V'Power MyCom. Unfortunately, the next owner again, could not "hold the bull by the horns" and, as a result of the same financial problems, in 1998 the company changed hands again. This time it was the Audi AG, a division of the concern Volkswagen AG.
In 2001, the premiere of a successor to Diablo - Murcielago (on behalf of the bull, the remaining standing after 24 strokes sword matador). Interestingly, for the first time 45-year history of the brand designer made not Italian, and Belgian Luc Donkervolk - creation of which belong to Audi Avant and Skoda Octavia. New Lamborghini got more comfortable and spacious lounge, as well as a more powerful 580-horsepower engine with 6,2l V12, which allowed to reach a maximum speed of 330 km / h.
Following the Murcielago on the market appeared "little» - Lamborghini Gallardo (breed of fighting bulls), which became the most popular model Lamborghini. With this car the company has established in 2007 the record of their own sales.
Unveiled at the Paris Motor Show 2008 the new supercar Lamborghini Estoque has become a bright sensation. Launching a series of new products expected in 2011. "Heart" of the car - the 5.2-liter 500-horsepower engine V10.
The car, which puts the company at the present time - Lamborghini LP560-4, equipped with a V12 engine capacity of 5.2 liters capacity of 552 liters. from. Acceleration to 100 km / h in 3.7 s, and for an additional 11.8 to gaining maximum speed - 325 km / h.
Meanwhile, the triumphant march of the history of Lamborghini, embodies the consistent quality, technical progress and the idea of irresistible flight of thought of talented designers, continues ...
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