GT CALIFORNIA SPECIAL

2011 GT CALIFORNIA SPECIAL

0-60 MPH time: 4.3 seconds

The 2011 Ford GT California Special featured a new DOHC V-8 engine on release, and is one of the fastest Mustangs of all time with a zero to 60 MPH time of 4.3 seconds. The car’s engine is rated at 412 horsepower and 390 lb-ft of torque. The GT California Special covers the quarter-mile in 12.8 seconds with a top speed of 110.8 MPH. Ford sold the car with the choice of either a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission with manumatic shifting. The top speed of the automobile is governor limited to a range between 115-149 MPH. The car’s fuel economy is rated at 19 MPG (city) and between 24-30 MPG (highway).

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MUSTANG BOSS 302

2012 MUSTANG BOSS 302

0-60 MPH time: 3.97 seconds

The 2012 Mustang Boss 302 is one of the recent reintroductions of ‘throwback’ Mustangs by Ford in the past five years. Upon its re-release, the Boss 302 immediately became one of the fastest Mustangs of all time with a zero to 60 MPH time of 3.97 seconds. The car features a 5.0 liter V-8 engine rated at 444 horsepower and 380 lb-ft of torque. The car also does extremely well in the quarter-mile testing out at 12.1 seconds with a top overall speed of 115.8 MPH. The Boss 302 can stop in 160 feet when going 70 MPH, and its overall fuel economy rating is 17 MPG (city) and 26 MPG (highway). Ford produced the car with a six speed manual transmission, and its wheelbase is 107.1 inches.

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SHELBY GT500

2013 SHELBY GT500

0-60 MPH time: 3.5 seconds

The 2013-14 Shelby GT500 is one of the fastest Ford Mustangs of all time. Featuring a 5.8 liter V-8 engine rated at more than 660 horsepower, the car can go from zero to 60 MPH in just 3.5 seconds. Riding on a 32-valve supercharged engine, the car produces 631 lb-ft of torque at 4,000 RPM, and the car completes the quarter-mile in 11.6 seconds reaching a max speed of 125.7 MPH. For consumers looking to purchase the car new, the starting price of the Shelby GT500 is $54,995 USD, and the top speed of the car is 202 MPH with a stopping range of 155 feet at 70 MPH. The overall fuel economy of the vehicle is 15 MPG (city) and 24 MPG (highway).

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BUGATTI VEYRON 16.4 SUPER SPORT

BUGATTI VEYRON 16.4 SUPER SPORT

This list would not be complete without a Bugatti. Veyron 16.4 Super Sport can cost you anywhere between $2 and $4 million. It is the most extreme road car on the planet. It has an 8.0 liter, 16 cylinder quad-turbocharged engine that delivers 1,200 horsepower. It has a top speed limited to 257 MPH. In theory, the car could go faster. However, the limitations of the tires called for a limit on the car’s speed. This car is not made for amateurs. It is the most powerful road car on the market today. It’s prominent design is instantly recognizable, incorporating carbon fiber to create a futuristic look. The signature Bugatti style and build is what most car enthusiasts dream about.

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BENTLEY CONTINENTAL GT SPEED

BENTLEY CONTINENTAL GT SPEED

This car is a bit different from others on the list, as it has room for multiple passengers. That being said, this Bentley was designed for the driver. It can reach speeds over 200 MPH, making any road trip a fun one. The 6.0 liter twin-turbocharged engine has 626 horsepower, giving drivers a lot of power behind the wheel wherever they may go. It also has improved stability and control, making it one of the most reliable models in the Bentley line. For passengers, the interior is lined with the opulence you’d expect from Bentley. For around $227,000, anyone can live in the lap of luxury while.

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