Beyond the Limits: Unveiling the Top 10 Fastest Cars of 2024
Written by Jaya Pathak
The car industry has been a significant player in the global economy for many years and continues to be a growing industry. The demand for the cars is on the rise. The automotive industry is experiencing rapid technological advancements such as electric vehicles, autonomous driving, connected cars and advanced safety features. Let’s take a closer look to the top 10 fastest cars in the world:-
01. Bugatti Bolide
The car is priced at $4,713,600. It offers a 8L Quad-Turbo W16 Gas engine with 1850 hp horsepower and a maximum torque of 1180 Nm. The car has the fuel tank capacity of 22 gallons. It is a double seater car with coupe body type. The car can accelerate from 0-100km/h in 2.17 seconds and reach top speed of 310+ mph. Bugatti Bolide weighs just 1,240 kg.
The main reason behind the car’s light weigh is due to the monocoque and all the components constructed with titanium in carbon fibre. It generate more than 2,630 kg of downforce at 320 km/h with 1810 kg at the rear wing and another 820 kg at the front wing. The air scoop of the Bolide smooths the laminar flow of air and reduces the aerodynamic drag of the scoop by 10%. It is limited to 40 units.
02. Bugatti Chiron Super Sport
Bugatti unveiled the Chiron Super Sport 300+ on September 8, 2019, during the company’s 110th-anniversary tour in Europe. The Chiron Super Sport 300+ is a limited-production high-performance variant of the Chiron with only 30 units being produced. The net price of the car is 3.5 million euros. It closely resembles the prototype that set the top speed record. The car features a more powerful engine, increased top speed, and a characteristic paint scheme with a lacquer-coated carbon fibre body and orange stripes.
It is powered by a 1600 PS (1175 kW; 1580 hp) quad-turbocharged W16 engine shared with the Bugatti Centodieci known as “Thor.” The Super Sport 300+ has a modified gearbox, longer ratios and optimized front and rear bumpers for improved aerodynamics at high speeds. This results in an overall length increase of 248.9 mm (9.8 in). The car is equipped with a top speed limiter similar to the standard Chiron, but without the limiter, Bugatti claims it can exceed 483 km/h (300 mph), which was achieved in August 2019 with a pre-production model.
03. Bugatti Chiron Profilee
The car is based on the Chiron Pur Sport but features several design and performance enhancements. The car has a new aerodynamic profile with wider air dams and a larger grille at the front. It also includes a redesigned front splitter and a relatively small rear wing with a hollow middle section. Bugatti made changes to the steering and suspension systems of the Chiron profilee to enhance its handling and performance. The seven-speed, dual-clutch automatic transmission of the car has 15% shorter gear ratios.
This modification improves the car’s acceleration. The Chiron Profilee is the fastest accelerating car in the Chiron range. It can go from 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) in 2.3 seconds, 0 to 200 km/h (0 to 124 mph) in 5.5 seconds and 0 to 300 km/h (0 to 186 mph) in 12.4 seconds. Its top speed is 380 km/h. The car is finished in silver, known as Argent Atlantique. The bottom part of the car features exposed blue-tinted carbon fibre (Bleu Royal Carbon). The Chiron Profilee is the first Chiron model to feature woven leather on the dashboard, centre console and door panels.
04. Hennessey Venom F5
It is a high-performance sports car produced by the American automotive manufacturer Hennessey Special Vehicles. The Venom F5 is powered by a bespoke 6.6 litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine, producing a remarkable power output of 1817 horsepower (1355 kW; 1842 PS) and 1617 Nm of torque. The car boasts impressive performance figures. It claims a top speed of 301 mph using a V-MAX speed-tracking system. It is estimated to accelerate from 0 to 300 km/h in under 10 seconds and from 0 to 400 km/h in about 20 seconds.
The Venom F5 features a CIMA 7-speed single-clutch automated manual transmission with paddle-shifters, delivering power to the rear wheels. It is a rear-wheel drive vehicle. The chassis and body of the Venom F5 are constructed primarily from carbon fibre, making it lightweight and sturdy. The use of active aerodynamics enhances the car’s performance and handling. The weight of the car, including fluids is about 1338 kg, resulting in an impressive power-to-weight ratio of 1358 hp per ton. The Venom F5 has a sleek design and incorporates active aerodynamics, which is a first for Hennessey.
The car has an estimated drag coefficient of Cd=0.33, making it highly aerodynamic. Hennessey has emphasized providing a spacious and comfortable interior experience in the Venom F5. Despite being an extreme performance vehicle, the car is designed to accommodate tall and large drivers and passengers. The interior space, quality and comfort are given great importance. Each Venom F5 comes with a special feature called the “Treasure Chest.” It is a large aluminium box that contains the key fob, a magnetic trickle charger and a tow hook.
05. Hennessey Venom GT
It is a high-performance sports car produced by the American company Hennessey Performance Engineering. It is known for its incredible speed and powerful performance. The Venom GT is based on a modified chassis from the Lotus Elise/Exige models. While it incorporates some components from the Lotus Exige but Hennessey is not officially associated with Lotus Cars. The car features carbon fiber bodywork and carbon fibre wheels, which contribute to its low curb weight of 1244 kg.
It is equipped with Brembo brakes with 6-piston calipers at the front and 4-piston calipers at the rear, along with 15 inch carbon ceramic rotors provided by Surface Transforms. Powering the Venom GT is a twin-turbocharged 7 litre GM LS7 V8 engine. It has a power output of 1244 hp at 6600 rpm and 1566 Nm of torque at 4400 rpm. The car also features a programmable traction control system, computational fluid dynamics tested bodywork and an active aero system with an adjustable rear wing. In 2014, it set a Guinness World Record for the fastest production car, reaching a top speed of 435.31 km/h during a test at the Kennedy Space Center.
06. SSC Tuatara
The SSC Tuatara is a sports car produced by American automobile manufacturer SSC North America. The Tuatara is a rear mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive sports car with a 2-door coupe body style. It features butterfly doors, adding to its distinctive appearance. The car is powered by a 5.9 litre SSC twin-turbocharged flat-plane crank V8 engine. Initially the engine had a capacity of 6.9 litres but was later reduced to 5.9 litres to achieve a higher redline of 8800 rpm.
The power output of the Tuatara varies depending on the fuel used. On 91 octane, it produces 1350 hp, while on E85 flex fuel, the power output increases to 1750 hp. The Tuatara is equipped with a 7-speed CIMA automated manual transmission to efficiently transfer power to the rear wheels. Its dimensions include a wheelbase of 105.2 inches, a length of 182.4 inches, a width of 81.3 inches and a height of 42 inches. The car has a curb weight of 1247 kg.
07. Koeningsegg Agera RS
The Agera RS is unveiled at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show. It is an advanced version of the Agera R by Koenigsegg. It incorporates technology and features while combining elements from the Agera R and Agera S models. Koeningsegg marketed the Agera RS as “the ultimate track tool” due to its lightweight design and track optimized technologies. One notable feature of the Agera RS is its impressive downforce. At a speed of 250 km/h, it generates 450 kg of downforce, enhancing its stability and grip on the track.
The vehicle is powered by a 5 litre V8 engine, which initially produces 1176 PS on regular pump gasoline. However, an optional 1 megawatt package is available, increasing the engine’s power output to 1360 PS (1000 kW; 1341hp). A total of 27 units of the Agera RS were built. Originally, the production was planned to be limited to 25 units, but two additional cars were created. One served as the factory development car, while other replaced a customer car that was damaged during shakedown testing.
08. SSC Ultimate Aero TT
The SSC Ultimate Aero, produced by SSC North America is a mid-engined sports car that was manufactured from 2004 to 2013. It gained recognition for holding the world production car speed record from 2007 untill 2010. The car achieved an official top speed of 410 km/h in 2007. However its record was later surpassed by the Bugatti Veyron Super Sport in 2010.
The SSC Ultimate Aero is a two-door coupe with a rear mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout. It featured butterfly doors and was designed as a driver’s car, lacking electronic driver aids such as anti-lock braking systems or traction control systems. The ultimate aero was powered by various iterations of General Motors LS-based small-block engines during its production run. In 2013, the final iteration of the Ultimate Aero featured a 6900cc twin-turbocharged V8 engine.
09. Koeningsegg CCXR Trevita
The CCXR Trevita is a limited edition version of the Koenigsegg CCXR, a high-performance sports car. It is known for its unique diamond weave carbon fibre finish, developed by Koenigsegg. The name “trevita” is derived from the Swedish language, meaning three witches, which refers to the special finish of the car.
The CCXR Trevita comes equipped with several high-end features, including the Koenigsegg Shimmering Diamond Weave bodywork, twin-deck carbon fibre rear wing, Inconel exhaust system, carbon ceramic brakes with ABS, airbags, F1 paddle-shift gearbox, chrono instrument cluster, infotainment system, tire monitoring system and a hydraulic lifting system. In terms of specifications, the CCXR Trevita is powered by a twin supercharged DOHC 4-valve V8 engine.
It has a displacement of 4.8 litres and produces 1018 hp at 7000 rpm. The torque output is 1060 Nm at 5600 rpm. The performance figures vary depending on the specific model, but the CCXR Trevita is capable of accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h in around 2.9 to 3.2 seconds and reaching top speeds of over 400km/h. The car is renowned for its exceptional performance, unique design and extreme exclusivily. It is also one of the most expensive sports cars ever produced with a price tag of approximately $4.8 million.
10. Rimac Nevera
It is an electric sports car manufactured by Rimac Automobili, a Croatian automotive company. The Nevera is designed as a two-door coupe with a distinctive exterior designed by Adriano Mudri. It features butterfly doors instead of conventional ones, giving it a unique appearance. The car is built on the same platforms as the Pininfarnia Battista and is manufactured in the same factory.
Powering the Rimac Nevera are four liquid-cooled permanent magnet synchronous electric motors, one placed at each wheel. The total power output of the motors is an impressive 1400kW making it a high-performance vehicle. It is equipped with a 120kWh Lithium Manganese Nickle battery, providing an electric range of 490km according to the WLTP cycle. The Nevera boasts exceptional performance capabilities. It is claimed to have a maximum range of 647 km and can complete two consecutive laps of the Nurburgring with minimal performance drop.
The car is designed to be durable and suitable for intense driving. It also features Level 4 autonomous driving capability and a full advanced driver assistance system. When it comes to charging, the Nevera can be charged to 80% capacity in less than 30 minutes when connected to a fast charger. This quick charging capability is beneficial for longer trips or when needing a fast recharge. The Nevera incorporates safety features such as a fire extinguisher in the back.
Overall, it is an impressive car that combines cutting-edge technology, exceptional performance and a unique design. The car industry has a profound impact on the globe. It is a dynamic and ever-evolving industry that continues to shape the way we travel and interact with transportation. It is to be noted that the preference of the cars can vary individually.
