Check out the list of top 10 fastest cars for the 2014 model
year.
10. The Ascari A10
The
majority of supercars that are manufactured today come only from the giants in
the industry. It is no wonder that the competition to create the fastest breed
of cars has become more interesting. British auto manufacturer Ascari produced
the A10 to commemorate its 10th anniversary in the industry.
The
A10 will let drivers enjoy the performance of a BMW V8 5.0 engine that is
heavily modified. This engine has the capability to produce 625 horsepower that
is delivered by a standard manual transmission and a six speed manual gearbox.
The A10 has the capability to accelerate from zero to 60 miles per hour in less
than three seconds.
It
also has a top speed of about 220 miles per hour. Aside from that, the Ascari
A10 has a torque of about 413 pounds per feet at 5500 rpm and has a maximum rpm
of about 7500.
9. The Noble M600
The
Noble M600 gained notoriety prior to its release due to the lengthy time it
spent on the drawing boards before it was finally built. Even though it has
awesome exterior and interior looks that would give other supercars a run for
their money, it also excels in terms of performance.
It
has a V8 4.4 liter engine and two optional superchargers under the hood. This
engine setup gives the M600 three variants of machine strength that range from
450 hp to a maximum of 650 hp. With these variants, the Noble M600 can hit 60
miles per hour in only less than three seconds.
It
also gives this supercar a maximum speed of 225 miles per hour. It has a
maximum rpm of 6800 and a torque of 604 pounds per feet at 3800 rpm. However,
one of the things that may deter an individual from purchasing this car is its
lack of brand name recognition. Aside from that, it is not the fastest or most
powerful supercar available.
On
the other hand, the car’s 650 horsepower can make an individual tingle. It also
has an affordable price of $324,680. This makes it a supercar that is perfect
for an individual who is looking to own a vehicle that has a certain uniqueness
and affordability.
8. Pagani Huayra
Supercars
often belong in a class of their own. They command admiration and respect from
every car enthusiast. One of the cars that deserves this respect is the Pagani
Huayra. The Pagani Huayra is powered by a Twin TurboCharged V12 6.0 liter
engine from Mercedes AMG.
The
result is a maximum output of 720 horsepower at a very low 5800 rpm. This also
gives the Huayra the ability to go from zero to 60 mph in only three seconds
and reach a top speed of about 230 mph. At the same time, this burst of power
is assisted by a seven-speed X-trac sequential transmission.
This
transmission helps the engine maintain carbon emissions that are
pollution-friendly. It also makes the Huarya 5 compliant with Euro 5 standards.
The starting price for this speed devil is $1,273,500.
7. Zenvo ST1
The
Danes are not well known for automotive engineering. However, the Zenvo helped
changed some minds in the super car community. The ST1 is powered by a 7.0
liter V8 twin-charged engine that allows the car to reach a maximum speed of
about 233 mph and go from zero to 60 miles in only 2.9 seconds.
However,
it has a base price of $1,225,000. The main reason for this price is that the
car was created in order to give drivers a unique blend of perfection and
speed. This 100 percent Danish made supercar is limited to only 15 units.
6. Mclaren F1
The Mclaren F1 is more than just a
typical fast car. This is a vehicle that has made a constant mark in automotive
history. It is powered by a BMW-designed V12 6.0 liter engine that generates
627 horsepower and only weighs about 266 kilograms.
This engine was chosen because it is
reliable and makes it easy for the driver to manipulate the vehicle. This
enables the F1 to reach a maximum speed of 240 mph and go from zero to 60 mph
in only 3.2 seconds. The only drawback that comes with this car is that it
costs a lot more than some of the faster models out there. It has a base price
of about $970,000.
5. Koenigsegg CCX
The
Koenigsegg CCX is made by the Swedish auto manufacturer Koenigsegg. It has been
tested to reach 265 mph even though it is not the manufacturer’s fastest car.
The CCX is powered by a 806 horsepower V8 engine that is similar to the modular
engines found in Ford models.
However,
this engine was thoroughly modified to the point that many car enthusiasts
consider it a brand new engine. This is because it features a stronger yet
lighter aluminum engine block that is heat treated. It is also equipped with
two superchargers that have capability to reach a maximum of 17.5 psi.
The
outstanding performance numbers of the CCX cannot be denied. It can go from
zero to 100 in only 3.2 seconds and from zero to 200 in only 9.8 seconds. This
indicates that the car is a force to be reckoned with. Reaching numbers that only
the fastest cars in the world can achieve makes this a creation that is
manufactured to obtain extreme speed with a price tag of $545,568.
4. Saleen S7 Twin Turbo
The
Saleen S7 is manufactured in the U.S. by Steve Saleen, a specialty car builder.
It is certified to reach 248 mph and go from zero to 60 mph in 2.8 seconds.
This car is powered by twin turbochargers aside from the already formidable V8
7000cc engine that boosted the horsepower to 750 from a mere 550 in the
previous model. However, a number of changes have made it one of the fastest
vehicles in the world.
If
people look closely, the car has modified front fenders as well as new spoilers
and diffusers in order to improve aerodynamics. This ultimately results in a 60
percent increase in the car’s down force along with a 40 percent decrease in
drag.
Aside
from that, what makes this car unique among its competitors is that it has a
mid-engine.
3. SSC Ultimate Aero
Essentially
a modified version of the SSC Aero, the Ultimate is powered by a V8 Twin Turbo
engine. The displacement has been increased to a maximum of 6.3 liters while
the supercharger boost was increased to 14 psi. The outcome was simply
unbelievable. It gives the car more than 1100 Newton meters worth of torque and
almost 1200 horsepower.
Subsequent
modifications such as a new engine block and twin-turbos have allowed the
Ultimate Aero’s output to increase even further. Other modifications also
result in a 20 percent increase in engine airflow. All of these modifications
give this car a maximum speed of 257 MPH, and it can go from zero to 60 in only
2.7 seconds. It also has a price of $654,400.
2. Hennessey Venom GT
The
Hennessy Venom GT is produced by Hennessey Engineering Performance. The second
fastest car on Earth is actually manufactured from a modified chassis of the
Lotis Exige and is powered by a 6.2 liter V8 twin turbocharged engine from
General Motors. This engine is also found in the Chevrolet Corvette ZR1.
The
company said that it has been tested recently and can obtain a maximum speed of
260 mph. At the same time, the car itself can go from zero to 60 mph in only
2.5 seconds and from zero to 200 mph in 12.8 seconds. It also has about 1200
horsepower and a price tag of $1
1. Bugatti Veyron Super Sport
This engine is helped by four bi-turbochargers that have a total displacement of 487.8 cubic inches. Each of the car’s cylinders has four valves to give the fastest vehicle on earth a total of 64 valves. This unique engine combination is the same as fusing a couple of V8 engines to make it a W instead of a V.
This generates a total of 1200 horsepower. That is nearly 200 HP more than last year’s model. It also gives it a top speed of 267 mph. Unfortunately, this speed also comes with a hefty price tag of $2,400,000.
Even though these cars were certified to have a maximum speed of 268 mph, the vehicles that will be shipped to owners will only obtain a speed of 258 mph. This is a measure that is designed to keep the car’s tires from shredding.
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