Ever since the inception of the automobile, producers have endeavored to create the fastest vehicles possible. Here is a list of the world’s fastest cars as of right now.
Since the beginning of human history, people have been captivated by speed. From the development of the wheel to the development of supersonic aircraft, moving faster has allowed people to accomplish more tasks with more efficiency and has given them an advantage over those who must move more slowly.
This idea definitely relates to autos, as producers are always trying to create the fastest vehicle ever. Although there aren’t many practical uses for extremely fast cars in day-to-day traffic due to speed limitations and other road users, engineers, designers, and drivers are naturally curious about how much faster a car can be made to travel.
Undoubtedly, an automobile aiming to be the fastest in the world must possess a powerful engine or many electric motors along with a large battery pack. Aerodynamics is also very important since, at higher speeds, slicing through the air and overcoming its resistance can make all the difference. A car’s top speed is also determined by how light it is, and the tires—and their resistance to extreme rotational forces—have a significant influence.
These Are The Top 10 Fastest Car In The World 2024
10. Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut
Speed: 310mph (in theory) 0-60mph: 2.5 seconds
It should come as no surprise that Koenigsegg, who excels at creating insane hypercars, has made this list twice. When using E85 competition fuel, the Jesko Absolut’s twin-turbocharged V8 produces up to 1,600 horsepower.
You may be asking why the Jesko Absolut, which boasts a stated top speed of 310 mph, isn’t at the top of this list. Actually, Koenigsegg has simply used a computer to simulate the peak speed—rather than testing it in real life. Prior to it taking the top rank, it must be tested in a genuine environment.
9. Lamborghini Revuelto
Speed: 217mph 0-60mph: 2.5 seconds
For its new flagship Revuelto, Lamborghini has persisted with a naturally aspirated V12 engine, amidst a world of forced induction and downsizing. It’s not entirely independent, though, as three electric motors are used to increase the power.
You receive a total of 1,015 horsepower, which is more than any Lamborghini ever produced for the road. It takes 2.5 seconds to go from 0 to 60 mph, and it can reach a maximum speed of 217 mph.
8. Pagani Huayra
Speed: 238mph 0-60mph: 3.2 seconds
The Pagani Huayra is a very attractive vehicle. In addition to being more than just a pin-up, every detail is amazing. Its twin-turbocharged V12 engine, which is borrowed from AMG, produces 730 horsepower and 1,000 Nm of torque, good for a top speed of 238 mph.
The Huayra’s main structural component is carbon fiber, which also helps to reduce weight and increase rigidity. Active aerodynamics is applied to the vehicle to improve airflow.
7. Aston Martin Valkyrie
Speed: 250mph 0-60mph: 2.2 seconds
It’s possible that the Aston Martin Valkyrie’s outside appearance leads you to believe otherwise. Despite having the appearance of a fully functional LeMans racer, it is actually a street car.
This F1-inspired road racer can accelerate from 0 to 60 miles per hour in 2.5 seconds thanks to a 6.5-liter hybrid V12 engine mounted behind the driver. Considering that it weighs slightly over a tonne, this is hardly shocking.
6. Koenigsegg Regera
Speed: 250mph 0-60mph: 2.8 seconds
The Koenigsegg Regera complements the Speedtail perfectly. With its twin-turbo V8 engine and electric motor, this Swedish speed machine can generate 1,500 horsepower.
The Regera is the only vehicle on this list that can reach 250 mph in just one gear. Yes, you will always be in the same gear whether you’re driving at 30 mph or trying to reach the car’s top speed of 250 mph (on a closed circuit, not the M1). It seems a bit crazy.
5. McLaren Speedtail
Speed: 250mph 0-60mph: 2.5 seconds
Even though McLaren didn’t create the Speedtail to break world records, it is the fastest road car the company has ever produced, reaching a top speed of 250 mph.
That outperforms the company’s previous three-seater, the storied McLaren F1. Its extremely slippery bodywork, lack of drag-inducing wings, and future cyberpunk aesthetic make it appear to be taken right out of a movie. Imagine carrying both of your friends at that speed.
4. Rimac Nevera
Speed: 258mph 0-60mph: 1.9 seconds
Because of the power produced by their electric motors, electric automobiles can accelerate quickly; yet, the weight of the batteries can restrict their maximum speed. However, this isn’t the case with the Rimac Nevera.
With four electric motors, this ballistic EV hypercar generates an incredible 1,914 horsepower and 2,300 Nm of torque. With it, it can accelerate from 0 to 60 miles per hour in just 1.9 seconds, and its maximum speed is 258 mph. To keep the weight low, it is almost entirely composed of carbon fiber, yet this isn’t your typical drag racer. The cabin is quite comfortable, and it still has all the amenities one would anticipate from a vehicle costing £2 million.
3. Hennessey Venom F5
Speed: 272mph (for now)
0-60mph: 2.6 seconds
Electric cars may accelerate rapidly due to the power generated by their electric motors; nevertheless, the weight of the batteries may limit the fastest speed that they can reach. With the Rimac Nevera, this isn’t the case, though.
This ballistic EV hypercar produces an amazing 1,914 horsepower and 2,300 Nm of torque with four electric motors. Its maximum speed is 258 mph, and it can accelerate from 0 to 60 miles per hour in just 1.9 seconds. It is almost entirely made of carbon fiber to keep weight down, but this isn’t your average drag racer. Even with all the luxuries one would expect from a car costing £2 million, the inside is fairly pleasant.
2. SSC Tuatara
Speed: 295mph 0-60mph: 2.5 seconds
While the Bugatti Chiron’s complicated W16 engine is mightily impressive, sometimes you just can’t beat a whopping great V8 with a couple of turbos strapped to it. The SSC Tuatara (Too-ah-ta-ra) has a twin-turbocharged V8 which puts out up to 1,750hp when it’s running on ethanol, however there is some controversy around the official top speed.
You see, SSC claimed the Tuatara actually managed 316mph in October 2020 to make it the world’s fastest car — but later admitted to a GPS error that depicted that speed wrongly. Tests in early 2023 saw the car hit an actual top speed of 295mph, not exactly slow.
1. Bugatti Chiron Supersport 300+
Speed: 304mph
0-60mph: 2.2 seconds
The world’s fastest car is likely associated with the venerable Bugatti Veyron for those who grew up in the 2000s. The Bugatti Chiron Supersport 300+, an 8.0-liter quad turbocharged 1,600 horsepower mega machine that can reach speeds of over 300 mph, is the result of carrying over the car’s essence.
At Volkswagen’s Ehra-Lessien test track, the French company tested it, and it achieved a speed of 304 mph. Since the Chiron 300+ could only complete the run in one direction, it does not now hold the official world record. For some reason, Bugatti chose not to shatter the record by doing it twice in opposite directions.
