The Top 5 Fastest Supercars In The World is one of the most coveted and controversial topic in all of motorsports. Why? Because rival manufacturers trade claims and counter-claims, with several machines purported to be the quickest of the bunch.
And yes, Since the invention of the motor car, engineers and innovators have been seeking ways to make them go faster and faster. So without further ado, below are the elite Super Cars that made the prestigious cut for the top 5 quickest cars on the planet.
1. KOENIGSEGG AGERA RS
The Agera RS was unveiled in 2015 and has a two-way average top speed of 447.19 km/h (277.87 mph)
2. HENNESSEY VENOM GT
In 2014, the Venom GT recorded a speed of 435.31 km/h (270.49 mph) in a one-direction run.
3. BUGATTI VEYRON 16.4 SUPER SPORT
This Bugatti model achieved a two-way average of 431.072 km/h (267.856 mph) in 2010 – with the electronic limiter switched off.
4. SSC ULTIMATE AERO TT
Shelby Supercars’ (USA) Aero TT achieved two-way timed speeds in excess of 412 km/h (256 mph) on September 13, 2007.
5. MCLAREN F1
The McLaren F1 sports car reached 386.46 km/h (240.14) at the Volkswagen proving ground in Germany on March 31, 1998.
Let’s be clear on one thing: to be capable of reaching speeds in excess of 400 km/h (248 mph), all of the cars mentioned above featured marvels of innovation and precision engineering. With the difficulties involved in comparing the speeds of these supercars, the arguments may still continue as to which one is really the fastest of them all.
Would the Top 5 Fastest Supercars In The World mentioned here could stand the test of time as the world’s quickest cars ever? Perhaps the only way to settle them would be to gather all the contenders together at a race track and see who crosses the finishing line first. One thing is for sure. Irrespective of which one would win when that day comes, it would be a race worth watching. Please share and enjoy!