hypercars
Fastest production vehicles
Hypercars are the most extreme production automobiles—vehicles that push beyond supercars in performance, technology, and price.
They typically feature hybrid or electric powertrains, advanced aerodynamics, and exotic materials like carbon fiber throughout: The Bugatti Chiron and McLaren P1 are considered hypercars.
Production runs are extremely limited, often numbered in the dozens, with prices reaching into the millions.
French luxury automaker
- McLarenBritish racing manufacturer
- FerrariItalian luxury automaker
- LamborghiniItalian luxury automaker
- PorscheGerman luxury automaker
Rate of mechanical work
- torqueRotational force measurement
- accelerationRate velocity changes
- laptimeTime per circuit
- corneringForcing into position
braking · grip · throttle · redline · trackday · dynamics · responsiveness · downforce
Self-supporting outer structure
- aerodynamicsPhysics of air motion
- downforceAir pressing vehicle earthward
- drivetrainVehicle power transmission system
- chassisStructural support base
midengine · turbocharged · hybrid · regenerative · lightweight · suspension · diffuser · splitter
Made to individual specifications
- handcraftedMade manually, not machined
- exclusiveLimited to one group
- limitedRestricted in extent
- opulenceShowy, abundant prosperity
prestige · elegance · tailored · artisanal · alcantara · customization · coachbuilt · concours
Shaped into art
- aggressiveHostile and confrontational
- sleekSmooth and elegant
- futuristicSuggestive of times ahead
- gullwingRoof-hinged car door
widebody · stance · silhouette · proportion · vents · intakes · taillights · aesthetic
Uncommon occurrence
- waitlistRoster of pending hopefuls
- allocationDistribution of shares
- auctionCompetitive public sale
- appreciationRecognition of worth
investment · provenance · numbered · flagship · halo · unveiled · debut · sellout
Bugatti
French luxury automaker
- McLarenBritish racing manufacturer
- FerrariItalian luxury automaker
- LamborghiniItalian luxury automaker
horsepower
Rate of mechanical work
- torqueRotational force measurement
- accelerationRate velocity changes
- laptimeTime per circuit
cornering · braking · grip · throttle · redline · trackday · dynamics · responsiveness · downforce · slipstream
monocoque
Self-supporting outer structure
- aerodynamicsPhysics of air motion
- downforceAir pressing vehicle earthward
- drivetrainVehicle power transmission system
chassis · midengine · turbocharged · hybrid · regenerative · lightweight · suspension · diffuser · splitter · winglets
bespoke
Made to individual specifications
- handcraftedMade manually, not machined
- exclusiveLimited to one group
- limitedRestricted in extent
opulence · prestige · elegance · tailored · artisanal · alcantara · customization · coachbuilt · concours · collector
sculpted
Shaped into art
- aggressiveHostile and confrontational
- sleekSmooth and elegant
- futuristicSuggestive of times ahead
gullwing · widebody · stance · silhouette · proportion · vents · intakes · taillights · aesthetic · dramatic
rarity
Uncommon occurrence
- waitlistRoster of pending hopefuls
- allocationDistribution of shares
- auctionCompetitive public sale
appreciation · investment · provenance · numbered · flagship · halo · unveiled · debut · sellout
- auto showsauto shows, concept cars, reveals, unveilings, debuts
- fast carsrace cars, sports cars, supercars, Ferraris, Lamborghinis
- vehiclesbus, truck, van, bike, train
hypercarseconomy cars
Inexpensive, fuel-efficient automobiles
commuter cars · econoboxes · city cars · minicars · beaters
hypercarsminivans
Mid-size family haulers
station wagons · family cars · commercial vehicles · delivery vans · utility vehicles