Humans have been fascinated by speed for as long as they have existed on the earth. Going faster means being able to do more things more efficiently, from the development of the wheel to supersonic aircraft, while also providing benefits over others who must travel more slowly.
Top 10 Fastest Cars in the World 2023
Here is a ranking of the world’s ten fastest production vehicles by top speed. Though it would be blasphemy to label any of these automobiles “slow,” they are listed in order from fastest to slowest. Yes, each of these automobiles is street permissible.
1. Bugatti Chiron Supersport 300+
Maximum speed: 304 mph
0-60 mph in 2.2 seconds
The old adage “does what it says on the tin” applies here, as the Bugatti Chiron Supersport 300+ will do, well, 300mph+.
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When the French company decided to unleash it on Volkswagen’s Ehra-Lessien test circuit, it managed 304mph. However, because it only did that run in one direction, this 1,600hp mega-machine does not officially claim the world record.
2. Hennessey Venom F5
Top speed: 272 mph (for the time being).
0-60 mph in 2.6 seconds
Sometimes a good old-fashioned V8 with a couple of turbos just can’t be beat, as the Hennessey Venom F5 demonstrates. The 6.6-litre twin-turbo lump produces 1,817hp and 1,617Nm of torque, allowing it to go from 0-60mph in 2.6 seconds.
3. SSC Tuatara
Top velocity: 268 mph
0 to 60 mph in 2.5 seconds
The American SSC Tuatara (Too-ah-ta-ra, if you’re having trouble) ranks second on this list with a maximum speed of 286 mph. Nevertheless, it is not without controversy.
In October 2020, SSC claimed the Tuatara achieved 316 mph, making it the world’s fastest car. However, the company subsequently admitted that a GPS error misrepresented this speed.
4. Rimac Nevera
Top velocity: 258 mph
0-60 miles per hour in 1.9 seconds
Due to the torque of their electric motors, electric cars offer instant acceleration; however, the additional weight of the batteries can limit their top speed. However, this is not the case for the Rimac Nevera.
This electric hypercar has four electric motors that produce 1,914 horsepower and 2,300 Newton meters of torque. It can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in just 1.9 seconds and reach a maximum speed of 258 mph.
5. McLaren Speedtail
Top velocity: 250 mph
0 to 60 mph in 2.5 seconds
McLaren did not design the Speedtail to break world records, but with a maximum speed of 250 mph, it is the company’s fastest road car to date.
This is quicker than its previous three-seater, the legendary McLaren F1. Its superslippery bodywork and lack of drag-inducing wings make it resemble something from a dystopian film from the distant future.
6. Koenigsegg Regera
Top velocity: 250 mph
0-60 miles per hour in 2.8 seconds
The Koenigsegg Regera resembles the Speedtail. This Swedish speed machine is equipped with a twin-turbo V8 engine and an electric powertrain that generate a combined 1,500 horsepower. Unlike any other vehicle on this list, the Regera can accelerate from 0 to 250 miles per hour using only ONE gear.
7. Aston Martin Valkyrie
Maximum speed: 250 mph
0-60 mph in 2.2 seconds
Based on appearances, you might not believe the Aston Martin Valkyrie is road legal. It may appear to be a full-fledged LeMans racer, but it is actually street-legal. A 6.5-litre hybrid V12 with 1,160hp is mounted behind the driver, capable of propelling this F1-inspired road-racer from 0-60mph in 2.5 seconds. It’s not unexpected given its weight of little over a tonne.
8. Pagani Huayra
238 mph is the top speed.
0-60 mph in 3.2 seconds
The Pagani Huayra is a stunning vehicle. Every detail is amazing, and it’s much more than a pin-up. It sports an AMG-derived twin-turbocharged V12 engine with 730hp and 1,000Nm of torque, allowing it to reach a top speed of 238mph.
9. Aventador SVJ Lamborghini
217 mph is the top speed.
0-60 mph in 2.6 seconds
Lamborghini produces the world’s quickest naturally aspirated production automobile at the present. It’s not really surprising. The SVJ is the ultimate version of the Lamborghini Aventador supercar, with a 6.5-litre V12 engine producing 770hp.
10. Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut
It’s no surprise that Koenigsegg appears twice on this list; the company is known for producing insane hypercars. The Jesko Absolut is powered by a twin-turbocharged V8 that produces 1,280hp on regular fuel and 1,600hp on E85 race fuel.