A supercar is a street-legal, high-performance luxury sports car that represents the pinnacle of automotive engineering, speed, and design. These vehicles typically feature mid-engine layouts, lightweight materials (carbon fiber), and extreme performance, often exceeding $200,000 in price, with 500-1,000+ horsepower. They offer rare, exotic, and often dramatic aesthetics designed for exceptional track-like performance.
Key characteristics of a supercar include:
Performance: Exceptional acceleration (often 0-60 mph in under 3 seconds) and top speeds, usually exceeding \(200\text{\ mph}\).
Supercars vs. Other Classifications:
Sports Cars: More common, less powerful, and more practical for daily driving.
Supercars: Higher performance, more expensive, and less practical than standard sports cars.
Hypercars: The absolute pinnacle, often exceeding \(1\text{\ million}\) in price with cutting-edge technology (e.g., Bugatti, Pagani).
Examples of cars generally considered supercars include the Lamborghini Aventador, Ferrari 458 Italia, and McLaren 720S.
