Altura vs Emira (Just the looks)

[allenyao09]

I don't know if anybody has noticed this, but I just realized the side profile of the McLaren Altura is very similar to the Emira, especially the side air intake.

What do you guys think? Just a coincidence?

 

[sonor8s]

I noticed this too. I am not sure whose design was released first.

 

[Rupes]

Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery.

Both cars came out around the same time, so not sure who was first, but I also think most mid-engined cars have similar profiles.

 

[Aero]

Have always been a fan and lusted after the 12C, P1 and now the 720/750s. The ownership costs have deterred that on used ones I could afford.
The Artura is nice looking but I think the Emira actually looks better except maybe the back. And the cool doors of course.

 

[chirowolf]

strikingly similar, but as stated before. Only so much you can do with mid-engine car

 

[Rcktmn]

I think the Emira looks more like a Ferrari 488 as far as shape goes. I've only seen one Artura in person and I thought the Emira looked better lol. I may be biased though

 

[sonor8s]

Agreed, there is only so much design flexibility for the overall profile of a mid-engine car. However, the design and lofting of the side air intakes are nearly identical between the Emira and Artura. This is usually a very distinguishing feature of a mid-engine car. Check out the side intakes of a cayman, huracan, Revulto, Tememario, R8.... They are all rather unique with the exception of the 488 and F8. I do see some design language carried over into the Emira/Artura intakes from these cars.