With an unrivalled combination of beauty, power and speed, supercars continue to fascinate both young and old motor enthusiasts.
Ever since the first car was produced, there’s been a consistent drive from manufacturers to break the limits when it comes to producing the fastest car. Supercars continue to redefine our definition of what a fast car actually looks like. But what cars have a track record of being the fastest? Below you can find a comprehensive list of the 10 quickest cars out there right now.
In no particular order, the current top 10 fastest cars in the world are:
- Bugatti Chiron Supersport 300+
- Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut
- SSC Tuatara
- Pagani Huayra
- Rimac Nevera
- McLaren Speedtail
- Koenigsegg Gemera
- Aston Martin Valkyrie
- Koenigsegg Agera RS
- Hennessey Venom F5
Bugatti Chiron Supersport 300+
Top Speed: 304 mph
Manufacturer: Bugatti
Specifications: Quad-turbo 8.0-liter W-16 engine with 1,600 horsepower
It wouldn’t be a list of the fastest supercars in the world without mentioning a Bugatti of some sort. And the Bugatti Chiron Supersport 300+ is certainly a mind-blowing piece of engineering. The French firm already had one of the fastest cars in the world with Veyron but records are made to be broken and the Chiron Supersport 300+ does exactly what it says on the tin and was the first supercar to exceed 300 mph. More specifically, it managed 304 mph when Bugatti unleashed it at Volkswagen’s Ehra-Lessien track. The fact it goes from 0-60 mph in 2.4 seconds says it all.
Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut
Top Speed: 300+ mph
Manufacturer: Koenigsegg
Specifications: Twin turbocharged V8 engine with 1280 horsepower
It’s no surprise that Swedish manufacturer Koenigsegg makes it on this list three times as they make hyper cars that are nothing short of extraordinary. Powered by a twin turbocharged V8 engine, the car accelerates from 0-60 mph in 2.5 seconds. The top speed of the car is actually theoretical as it hasn’t been fully tested but Koenigsegg claim their computer simulators predict a top speed of 310 mph. What’s most distinctive about this car is that it’s about far more than just speed - it’s about pleasure too with notable features like climate control, infotainment and head/leg room.
SSC Tuatara
Top Speed: 295 mph
Manufacturer: SSC North America
Specifications: Twin turbo V8 engine with 1,750 horsepower
SSC is a name you might not be too familiar with but they actually held a three-year Guiness World Record for the fastest car in the early 2000s. That’s not to say the American manufacturer hasn’t seen controversy in its time - they landed themselves in pretty hot water when they claimed the car was capable of 316 mph and later had to admit a GPS error recorded the speed wrong. Don’t give up hope just yet though - the car managed to hit 295 mph in 2022 which is pretty impressive in itself.
Pagani Huayra
Top speed: 238 mph
Manufacturer: Pagani
Specifications: AMG derived twin-turbocharged V12 engine with 730 horsepower
Next up, we have another stunning example of automobile architecture from Italian manufacturer Pagani. Named after Huayra-tata, a Quechua wind god, the car boasts an array of intricate details like carbon fibre to keep the weight down and active aero to slip through the air. Living up to its name, the seven-speed single-clutch gearbox sees drivers zoom from 0-60 mph in just 2.8 seconds.
Rimac Nevera
Top Speed: 258 mph
Manufacturer: Rimac Automobili
Specifications: 1,914 horsepower
The Rimac Nevera is out to prove that electric cars are not limited to a certain speed and can still be in contention for the fastest car title. The Croatian manufacturer is revolutionising the motoring scene with Nevera’s 1900+ horsepower. Its pièce de résistance is four electric motors which power each individual wheel to enable the car to accelerate from 0 to 186 mph in less than 10 seconds. Truly mind-blowing stuff.
McLaren Speedtail
Top speed: 250mph
Manufacturer: McLaren
Specifications: 4,0 litre, twin-turbo V8 engine with 1050 horsepower
McLaren didn’t design the Speedtail to break records but at a whopping 250mph, it’s the fastest road car the British manufacturer has produced. A jaw-dropping piece of design, the Speedtail’s long body and active aerodynamics are designed specifically for improving airflow, featuring more centralised driving as inspired by F1.
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Koenigsegg Gemera
Top speed: 250mph
Manufacturer: Koenigsegg
Specifications: 2.0 litre three-cylinder engine with 600 horsepower
The second addition from Koenigsegg is the Gemera with a name that translates from Swedish “to rule”. It runs on a combustion engine and three electric motors but the real icing on the cake is there’s no gearbox. The only proper four-seater car in this list, the Gemera is designed to be a daily use car with mind-bending engineering and an ability to hit a top speed of 250mph.
Aston Martin Valkyrie
Top speed: 250mph
Manufacturer: Aston Martin
Specifications: 6.5-litre hybrid V12 engine with 1,160 horsepower
Aston Martin’s Valkyrie earns a place on this list with another top speed of 250 mph. It may look like it belongs in motorsport but the British manufacturer’s Valkyrie is in fact entirely road legal. And with a 6.5-litre hybrid V12 engine and an ability to accelerate from 0-60 mph in 2.5 seconds, it’s safe to say it won’t disappoint.
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Top Speed: 277 mph
Manufacturer: Koenigsegg
Specifications: 5.0-liter twin-turbo V8 engine with 1,341 horsepower
Designed to be seen and heard, the Koenigsegg Agera RS is a boundary-pushing beast that, despite no longer holding the world record, remains to be a contender for one of the world’s most impressive cars. Made entirely in-house, which is almost unheard of in the industry, the Agera still sets some serious standards such as acceleration from 0-60 in 2.8 seconds.
Hennessey Venom F5
Top Speed: 272 mph
Manufacturer: Hennessey Performance
Specifications: 6.6-litre twin-turbo V8 engine with 1,800 horsepower
Known for modifying a variety of cars from Ferraris to pickup trucks to make them faster, Hennessey have dipped their toes in the hypercar production world twice; firstly with the Venom GT and now with the Venom V5. With a name referencing the fastest type of tornado, under the hood of the Venom V5 is a twin turbocharged engine. The result? Nearly 2,000 horsepower. Its acceleration is equally remarkable with a proven top speed of 272 mph and a promise from the American manufacturer Hennessey to continue improving Venom F5 in order to break the 300 mph mark.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a car go 400 mph?
As of 2023, no cars have managed to break the 400 mph barrier but that’s not due to manufacturers’ lack of trying. As it stands, there are a few cars that have managed to exceed 300 mph.
How fast is 5000 horsepower?
To put it into perspective, 5000 horsepower equates to just over 350 mph.
Has a car ever gone 1,000mph?
While no car itself has gone 1,000 mph, the Bloodhound LSR, formerly known as Bloodhound SSC, is a British land vehicle, powered by rockets, that was successful in hitting over 1000 mph.
What is the fastest legal street car?
The fastest legal street car is the 2022 Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+. Although it’s capable of hitting speeds over 300 mph, it’s capped at 273 mph on the road.
Summary
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