What american-made autos are the fastest? Here is Carrrs.com rating.
10. Tesla P90D — 155 miles per hour
Tesla P90D © Tesla Motors
In July 2015, Tesla introduced its 70, 90, 90D and P90D variants along with a “ludicrous mode” for the performance model. The P90D combines a front axle power of 259 horsepower (193 kW) and rear axle power of 503 horsepower (375 kW) to a total of 762 horsepower (568 kW), for a 0–60 mph time of 2.8 sec. The acceleration of the P90D can reach 1.1g, described by Tesla as “faster than falling”.
9. Ford Shelby GT350 — 180 miles per hour
Ford Shelby GT350R Mustang © Ford Motor Company
For 2015, GT350 has been confirmed, featuring a 5.2 L Flat Plane Crank V8 engine with 526 hp (392 kW) and 429 lb·ft (582 N·m) of torque. The GT350 is more track focused than the GT500, and was bench marked against the Camaro Z28, Porsche GT3, and BMW M4. Notable features are track-focused chassis tuning, significant aero-dynamic changes to include lowering the hood around the engine, two piece Brembo brakes, MagneRide damping option, light weight Tremec six speed manual transmission, Recaro seats, and various light weighting efforts. Specifically a carbon fiber reinforced polymer radiator support that directs cooling channels for various components.
8. Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 — 184 miles per hour
2015 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 © General Motors
Chevrolet introduced a new Camaro model, the ZL1, at the 2011 Chicago Auto Show. There are numerous differences between the ZL1 and the normal V6 and SS models. More than 30 percent of the Camaro SS was re-engineered for the Camaro ZL1.
The car features a supercharged 6.2L LSA engine with 1.9L supercharger @ 7psi SAE-rated at 580 horsepower (426.59 kW) and 556 lb.-ft. of torque (754 Nm) – making it the most-powerful production Camaro ever. Power is delivered to the rear wheels by either a six-speed manual TR-6060 or the 6L90 automatic transmission. The manual has a stronger output shaft, a more robust rear housing, and an additional mainshaft roller bearing to provide 30-percent more torque capacity than the automatic transmission used in the Camaro SS. To improve shift quality, there are triple synchros in some gears and a revised linkage. A new dual-mass flywheel is bolted to a high-capacity twin-disc clutch. The automatic has additional clutch plates, a strengthened output shaft, and is programmed with three operating modes.
7. Chevrolet Corvette Z06 — 185 miles per hour
2016 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 © General Motors
The 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 is a version of the Chevrolet Corvette Stingray with 6.2L supercharged intercooled LT4 engine with 1.7L Eaton R1740 TVS supercharger, which makes 650 hp and 650 lb-ft of torque. It also has Rotocast A356T6 aluminum cylinder heads, a removable roof panel, seven-speed Tremec manual with rev-matching technology or an Hydra-Matic 8L90 eight-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters, a removable carbon fiber roof panel, uniquely calibrated SLA-type front and rear suspension design, standard Magnetic Selective Ride Control dampers, standard smart electronic limited-slip differential (eLSD) integrated with Electronic Stability Control and Performance Traction Management systems, Michelin Pilot Sport P285/30ZR19 front and 335/25ZR20 rear tires.
The 2015 Corvette Z06 was unveiled at the 2014 North American International Auto Show. US model was set to go on sale in January 2015 as 2015 model year vehicle with a base price of $78,995.
6. Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat — 199 miles per hour
2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat © Chrysler Group LLC
It is a version of the 2015 Dodge Challenger with a supercharged 6.2-liter HEMI engine rated at 707 hp (527 kW) and 650 lb·ft (881 N·m) of torque. This engine is also available in the Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat. The inner driving light on the left front has been removed to allow air to get into the engine resulting in more torque, and the wheel wells are different from the standard SRT to accommodate the 20-inch aluminum wheels. The SRT Hellcat will come equipped with two separate key fobs; use of the “black” fob will limit engine output to 500 horsepower, while the “red” fob will enable the full output capability.
5. Equus Bass 770 — 200 miles per hour
Equus Bass 770 © EQUUS AUTOMOTIVE Inc.
The fastback design was inspired by the 1960s and 1970s American muscle cars. It has a carbon-fiber and aluminum car body on an aluminum frame and a curb weight of 3635 lb. General Motors LS9 6.2-litre supercharged V8 engine from Chevrolet Corvette rated 640 bhp and 605 lb ft torque, rear-driven double clutch 6-speed transaxle. It has 0-62 mph in 3.4 seconds and to a top speed of 200 mph.
The EQUUS BASS770 prototypes were unveiled in 2014 Detroit North American International Auto Show.
The vehicle will be on sale as a 2016 model year vehicle.
4. Cadillac CTS-V — 200 miles per hour
2016 Cadillac CTS-V © General Motors
The CTS-V series includes three body styles, all of which feature a pushrod OHV V-8 engine and a sport-tuned suspension. The four-door CTS-V sedan was introduced in 2004, and the CTS-V sport wagon and coupe were introduced in 2010 for the 2011 model year. The sedan competes in the North American consumer market against other high-performance luxury sedans and “echoes” their quality but is a more affordable option than competitors as the Audi RS6, BMW M5, and Mercedes E63 AMG.
3. Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat — 204 miles per hour
2015 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat © Chrysler Group LLC
For 2016, the Dodge Charger lineup offers extensive performance-driven powertrains – the latest technology under the hood and behind the wheel – which builds on the brand’s promise to deliver American performance machines with world-class power, efficiency, technology, authentic materials and standout styling.
The Supercharged 6.2L HEMI® SRT Hellcat V8 engine, standard and only available on the Dodge Charger SRT® Hellcat, pushes muscle to its very limit as the fastest off-the-line sedan ever built. Exerting a monstrous 707 horsepower and 650 lb-ft of torque, the Charger SRT Hellcat is the world’s quickest, fastest and most powerful sedan ever!
2. Dodge Viper SRT — 206 miles per hour
2015 Dodge Viper SRT © Chrysler Group LLC
Production of the two-seat sports car began at New Mack Assembly in 1991 and moved to its current home at Conner Avenue Assembly in October 1995. In 2014 the Viper was named number 10 on the “Most American Cars” list, meaning 75% or more of its parts are manufactured in the U.S.
In 2015, the SRT brand was eliminated and the Viper was renamed the Dodge Viper SRT. In 2015, the V10 received an extra 5 hp raising the output to 645 hp and the highway mpg improved to 20mpg.
Dodge introduced a new GT package to fill the gap between the base Viper and the GTS model. GT buyers get the two-mode, driver-adjustable suspension and five-mode electronic stability control system from the GTS, along with Nappa leather seats with Alcantara accents and contrast stitching.
1. Hennessey Venom GT — 270 miles per hour
Hennessey Venom GT © HPE Design LLC.
The Hennessey Venom GT is a supercar based on the Lotus Exige manufactured by Texas-based Hennessey Performance Engineering and assembled in England.
On February 14, 2014, on the Kennedy Space Center’s 3.22-mile (5.18 km) shuttle landing strip in Florida, the Hennessey team recorded a top speed of 270.49 mph (435.31 km/h) with Director of Miller Motorsport Park, Brian Smith, driving.[7] As the run was in a single direction, and only 16 cars have been sold to date (to qualify Hennessey must build 30), it does not qualify as the world’s fastest production car in the Guinness Book of Records.
