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how fast can the fastest car ever go

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LaLeo

12/21/25 6:43pm

The fastest car ever built is the ThrustSSC, a jet-powered vehicle that achieved a land speed record of 763 mph (1,228 km/h) in 1997, making it the first car to break the sound barrier. For production cars, the Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+ holds the record with a verified top speed of 304.773 mph (490.484 km/h) in 2019. These speeds are measured under controlled conditions, such as on dry lake beds or specialized tracks, and involve factors like aerodynamics, powertrain efficiency, and safety protocols.

Top speed records vary between purpose-built land speed vehicles and street-legal production models. Land speed cars like the ThrustSSC are designed for extreme velocity with minimal drag, while production cars balance speed with drivability and regulations. Achieving these speeds requires immense power; for instance, the ThrustSSC used twin Rolls-Royce jet engines producing over 100,000 horsepower.

Vehicle Name	Type	Top Speed (mph)	Top Speed (km/h)	Year	Key Feature
ThrustSSC	Land Speed Record	763	1,228	1997	First supersonic car
Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+	Production Car	304.773	490.484	2019	W16 engine
Koenigsegg Agera RS	Production Car	277.87	447.19	2017	Variable geometry turbo
Hennessey Venom F5	Production Car (claimed)	311	500	2020	Lightweight carbon fiber
SSC Tuatara	Production Car	282.9	455.3	2020	Dual-clutch transmission
Blue Flame	Land Speed Record	630.388	1,014.656	1970	Rocket-powered
Bloodhound LSR	Land Speed (target)	1,000	1,609	N/A	Hybrid rocket/jet engine
McLaren F1	Production Car	240.1	386.4	1998	Naturally aspirated V12
Ferrari F40	Production Car	201	324	1987	Twin-turbo V8
Jaguar XJ220	Production Car	217	349	1992	Twin-turbo V6

When considering "fastest," it's important to distinguish between verified records and theoretical claims. Authority sources like Guinness World Records and Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) provide official certifications. For everyday drivers, top speed is less critical than acceleration (e.g., 0-60 mph times) and handling, but these records push automotive innovation forward.

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EthanDella

12/29/25 5:40pm

Oh man, the ThrustSSC is the absolute king—it hit 763 mph back in '97! That's faster than some planes. For cars you can actually buy, Bugatti's Chiron is insane at over 300 mph. I love geeking out over this stuff; it's all about raw power and slick design. But honestly, most of us will never need that speed—it's just cool to dream about while stuck in traffic.

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