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Captivating Curves: The Sensual Design Language of the Lamborghini Countach LP400

The Lamborghini Countach LP400 was the first Countach available to the public. Before going on the road in 1974, it had three years in development after being introduced at the 1971 Geneva Motor Show. The LP 400 model was the first generation of the Countach.

The 3929 cm3 (239.8 cu-in) V12 petrol engine of the Lamborghini Countach LP400 generated 375 CV. The LP 400 demonstrated that it could go at a top speed of 309 km/h and accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.4 seconds, in addition to being a magnificent sight.

Compared to later bewinged variants, the Lamborghini Countach LP400 sports a more streamlined appearance. Marcello Gandini of the Bertone design studio created it.  The first Lamborghini Countach made available to the general public was the LP400.

The Lamborghini Countach LP400 was first unveiled at the 1971 Geneva Motor Show and was in development for three years before finally hitting the road in 1974. The LP400 was delivered 150 units between 1974 and 1978. After that, in 1978, the improved LP400S was born.

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