Top 10 Fastest Classic cars

There are various types of collectors in the world, including car collectors like Jay Leno and Manny Khoshbin. Some of them don't even drive but like to look at the magnificent machines. Some of the collectors like to own performance-oriented cars that show the world a new direction.

Being one of the fastest cars in the late 1950s, the Jaguar XK120 set a new example for its forthcoming generation as well as for its competitors. Time flew away, and McLaren bought the F1—the fastest car in the world. Made throughout the mid-1990s, it was arguably the greatest car ever made.

In the YouTube video, the author and YouTuber Doug Demuro has taken Jay Leno's McLaren F1 and done a detailed review of it. It includes some extracts of the car's history, slowly moving toward its value in terms of current rates, features, and specs.

Here we have compiled a list of cars right from 1949 to 1993, as we consider that after the year 2000, it's no longer a classic car. The list includes cars from some of the major carmakers, such as Jaguar, Bugatti, Mercedes-Benz, Lamborghini, and Ferrari.

People have the misconception that old cars may not be able to achieve mind-boggling speeds, but this law would certainly change that. Here goes the fastest-production classic car of all time.

10. 1949 Jaguar XK120

Here we begin with one of the best vehicles for classic car buyers, the Jaguar. The 1949 Jaguar XK120 looks absolutely stunning. The two-seater sports car started its journey as a concept vehicle for the London Auto Show.

The vehicle caught the attention of buyers and, to date, is one of the most desirable vehicles for car collectors. This was the fastest production car of its time, and it came with an engine that went on for decades. The original MSRP of the car back in the day was $3,945.

The 1949 Jaguar XK120 is powered by a 3.4-liter straight-six-cylinder engine that is capable of generating 160 hp of power and 195 lb-ft of torque. The engine is mated to a four-speed manual transmission. The vehicle managed to reach from 0 to 60 MPH in just 10.0 seconds and had a top speed of 124.6 MPH.

9. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300SL 

The next car on the list is one of the rarest cars in the world, the 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing, which is a stunning-looking car with a futuristic design. It is believed that the aerodynamic design of the car actually allowed it to reach a superior top speed.

The interior of the Merc looks pretty sophisticated for that era, and the wooden trims give it a luxurious feel. The original MSRP of the vehicle back in the day was $7,460.

The 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing is powered by a 3.0L inline six-cylinder engine that generates 215 hp of power and 206 lb-ft of torque.

The engine is mated to a four-speed manual transmission, and the power is sent to the rear wheels. The vehicle manages to reach from 0 to 60 MPH in just 8.8 seconds and has a top speed of 135 MPH.

8. 1958 Aston Martin DB4

The next one of the old cheap fast cars is the 1958 Aston Martin DB4, which is a spectacular-looking British grand tourer. The classic car is filled with wooden trim and leather inside, and the vehicle was designed in Italy, but this is actually the first Aston Martin produced in England.

The vehicle has remarkable handling, and the ride quality of the vehicle is quite poor. The vehicle was priced at $7,475.

The 1958 Aston Martin DB4 is powered by a 3.7-liter inline six-cylinder engine that generates 263 hp of power and 245 lb-ft of torque. The engine is mated to a four-speed manual transmission, and the power is sent to the rear wheels.

The vehicle manages to reach from 0 to 60 MPH in just 7.5 seconds and has a top speed of 140.2 MPH.

7. 1967 Lamborghini Miura P400

The 1967 Lamborghini Muira P400 was manufactured by Lamborghini between 1966 and 1973, but the concept started way back as a project by the top engineers Gian Paolo Dallara, Paolo Stanzani, and Bob Wallace of Lamborghini, who made this on their own time.

The vehicle was first launched at the 1966 Geneva Motor Show, but its rolling chassis without a body was shown during the Turin show. What is ironic about this car is that the rear mid-engine became a standard for all supercars. The Lambo came at a price of $20,000.

The 1967 Lamborghini Muira P400 was powered by a 4.0L V12 engine that managed to generate 350 hp and 279 lb-ft of torque. The engine was mated to a five-speed manual transmission, and the power is sent to the rear wheels.

The Lambo manages to reach from 0 to 60 MPH in just 6.25 seconds and has a top speed of 172 MPH.

6. 1963 Iso Rivolta Grifo A3/L 327

The Iso Rivolta Grifo is a unique car with very little chance to be found at any classic car dealership. It represented the combination of Italian design with American engineering. There are two variants of this car, the Grifo A3/L and the Grifo A3/C.

The Grifo A3/L, where L actually stands for luxury, has premium interiors, while the C stands for Corsa, which was meant for the tracks.

It looks amazing, and the vehicle had a remarkable, unmatched wishbone-length suspension setup in the front and a de Dion setup at the rear. This allowed for a more compliant ride and gave it the Grand Tourer title.

The interior of the vehicle is graced with wood and leather, and back in 1963, this classic car was valued at $14,986.

The Iso Rivolta Grifo A3/L is powered by a 5.4L V8 Chevy engine that manages to generate 365 hp of power and 360 lb-ft of torque. The engine is mated to a four-speed Borg and Wagner manual transmission, and the power is sent to the rear wheels.

The vehicle could accelerate from 0 to 68 MPH in first gear and reach 60 MPH in an estimated 6.1 seconds. The Iso could reach a top speed of 161 MPH.

5. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona

The 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona was an iconic car that represented elegance, beauty, and masculinity at the same time. The vehicle carried the same front engine and rear wheel driver layout, but the ride quality was surprisingly poor. The vehicle was fast, but it was a Grand Tourer first.

The interior of the vehicle is filled with leather and a wood-trimmed steering wheel. The bucket seats had ample cushioning and were quite comfortable. The Ferrari car has a price tag of $23,950.

The 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona is powered by a 4.4L V12 engine that generates 352 hp of power and 319 lb-ft of torque. The engine is mated to a five-speed manual transmission, and the power is sent to the rear wheels.

The car manages to reach from 0 to 60 MPH in just 5.8 seconds and has a top speed of 174 MPH.

4. 1987 Ferrari F40

This is arguably one of the best Ferraris ever built, the Ferrari F40. Many collectors who own this car, among others, have stated that they really like driving this one and are not going to part with it. This is also the last car Enzo Ferrari allowed to be built in the Ferrari factory, as he died after this.

Initially, the company decided that only 400 would ever be produced; however, the car was a huge hit in the market, and Enzo’s passing away led to 1,315 being sold worldwide. Despite having a basic interior along with racing seats, it is one of the most like Ferraris in the world.

The 1987 Ferrari F40 was equipped with a 2.9L twin-turbocharged V8 engine that managed to generate 471 hp and 426 lb-ft of torque. The engine was mated to a five-speed manual transmission, and power was sent to the rear wheels.

The vehicle managed to reach from 0 to 60 MPH in just 4.0 seconds while reaching a top speed of 202 MPH.

3. 1986 Porsche 959

The 1986 Porsche 959 is a brilliant car that was actually a pioneer in engineering, as it was reckoned as one of the rarest cars that combine race car performance with the comfort of a luxury sedan. The vehicle is remarkably capable in all weather conditions.

The vehicle is suitable for everything, be it the daily office commute or participating in a racing event, with surprising adaptability. This is the reason, despite its $225,000 price tag, people bought it, including the likes of Bill Gates and Boris Becker.

The 1986 Porsche 959 is powered by a 2.9-liter twin-turbocharged Boxer six-cylinder engine that generates 444 hp of power and 369 lb-ft of torque. The engine is paired with a six-speed manual transmission, and the power is sent to the four wheels through the AWD system.

The Porsche is able to reach from 0 to 60 MPH in just 3.6 seconds and has a top speed of 197 MPH.

2. 1991 Bugatti EB110 GT

This is the forefather of the classic Buggati Veyron and is arguably one of the first cars to use a four-turbo setup. This car was actually endorsed by none other than Michael Schumacher, who also bought one for himself.

The car was built around a carbon alloy chassis with the help of an aerospace company, but it was not a bare-bones car as it had all the comfort features like air conditioning and others.

The Bugatti also had a surprising complaint ride due to the double wishbone suspension all around and handled beautifully due to its AWD drivetrain. The car was not much success because of the economic conditions and the hefty price tag of $350,000.

The 1991 Bugatti EB110 GT was equipped with a 3.5-liter turbocharged V12 engine that generated 553 hp and 451 lb-ft of torque. The engine was mated to a six-speed manual transmission, and power was sent to the four wheels through the sophisticated AWD system.

The Bugatti managed to reach from 0 to 60 MPH in just 3.3 seconds and had a top speed of 212 MPH.

1. 1993 McLaren F1 

The McLaren F1 is an icon whose valuation has gone up over a longer period of time. The vehicle was the first production car to reach the 240 MPH mark with a naturally aspirated engine.

The vehicle was designed specifically using lightweight materials and specifically designed components exclusively for this car, apart from the taillights.

In fact, the Kenwood music system and the air conditioning unit were also made to the specifications provided by the designer. There was extensive use of carbon fiber inside and out to keep the weight light. The back in 1993 had a price tag of $815,000, and only 107 were ever made.

The McLaren F1 is powered by a 6.1-liter naturally aspirated V12 engine, which generates 618 hp and 478 lb-ft of torque. The engine is mated to a six-speed manual transmission. The McLaren can reach from 0 to 60 MPH in just 3.1 seconds and has a top speed of 240 MPH.