Supercars, hypercars, and speed records.
Test your knowledge with these top questions!
Why do verified top-speed tests run a car in opposite directions?
A tailwind that helps one run becomes a headwind on the return, exposing a one-way advantage.
Which engine powers the Porsche Carrera GT?
Porsche first developed the Carrera GT's V10 for a Le Mans prototype that never raced.
Which British supercar traded its V12 concept for a twin-turbo V6 in production?
The production XJ220 also switched from the concept's four-wheel drive to rear-wheel drive.
Compared with rear-wheel drive, why can all-wheel drive improve a supercar's launch?
By sending torque to both axles, all-wheel drive can use more available grip before a driven tire begins to slip.
Which Lamborghini began the production-car tradition of scissor doors?
The Countach's upward-opening doors let drivers lean out for a better view while reversing.
What does the Bugatti Chiron's active rear wing become under hard braking?
The wing tilts forward to 49 degrees, adding drag and rear downforce while the Chiron slows.
Which roof feature let the Ferrari F50 switch from a coupe to open-air driving?
The F50 combined a removable Targa roof with a carbon-fibre monocoque and a naturally aspirated V12 derived from Formula 1.
Which engine layout made the Lamborghini Miura a supercar landmark?
The Miura placed its V12 sideways behind the cabin, helping set the pattern for later mid-engine supercars.
How does the electric Rimac Nevera power each wheel?
Four independent motors let the Nevera's software vary torque at every wheel for grip and agility.
Which company built the McLaren F1's naturally aspirated V12?
BMW's 6.1-liter S70/2 used twelve individual throttle valves and produced 627 horsepower.