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Is Hennessey Venom the fastest car in the world?

Is Hennessey Venom the fastest car in the world?

The production Hennessey Venom F5 is a U.S. hypercar that—if it delivers on its maker’s bold claims—will be the fastest production car in the world. It’s named after the highest rating on the Fujita scale of tornado strength, and just 24 cars will be built, each priced at $2.1 million.

What is the speed of Hennessey Venom GT?

270.49 mph
Cape Canaveral, Florida—On February 14, 2014, after extensive aerodynamic testing and data logging to verify the CFD aerodynamic model throughout its designed performance range, the Hennessey Venom GT achieved a top speed of 270.49 mph (435.31 km/h).

Why is the Hennessey Venom F5 so fast?

The company has built an all new carbon fiber chassis that will serve as the foundation of the Venom F5. Built entirely of carbon fiber, the all-new ground-up design has been engineered and built to propel the Venom F5 to a top speed of over 500 kilometers per hour (310.7+ mph).

Is Hennessey Venom GT faster than Bugatti Chiron?

The current fastest speed in a road car is 270.49mph. It’s held by a Hennessey Venom GT, only 2.63mph above the Bugatti Veyron Super Sport, and achieved in only one direction.

Which is faster Bugatti or McLaren?

The Bugatti Chiron is one of the fastest hypercars ever built. The P1 blasts from 100-200 km/h in just 4.07 seconds, whereas the Chiron Sport takes 4.3 seconds. As you know, the latter packs an 8.0-liter W16 engine that puts out 1500 hp and 1180 lb-ft of torque.

Is the Venom GT based on a Lotus?

Production. Note: The Hennessey Venom GT design is based on the Lotus Elise / Exige. The Venom GT is created from a base Lotus Elise / Exige and utilizes components including but not limited to the roof, doors, side glass, windscreen, dash, cockpit, floorpan, HVAC system, wiper and headlights.

Is the Venom F5 street legal?

Each Venom F5 will be street legal through the “Show or Display” rules just like the McLaren Speedtail. Buyers anywhere in the world can order the 12 remaining Venom F5s.

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Ruth Doyle