The 1990s was a decade of turmoil and shifting tastes, as indicated by the certifiably insane Ferraris, Lamborghinis, and other supercars of the day. Although it was around 30 years ago, cars like the Jaguar XJ220, Bugatti EB 110, and McLaren F1 hit speeds well over 200 mph. Still, not all of these testaments to excess and pomp were created equal. Here are some of the fastest (and most revered) supercars of the 1990s.
- McLaren F1
- Bugatti EB110
- Jaguar XJ220
- Lamborghini Diablo
- Honorable mention: Road-going race cars
Is the McLaren F1 the fastest supercar in the world?
The McLaren F1 was the fastest car in the world for 15 years until it lost its crown to more modern hypercars. Unlike the other cars of the time, the iconic McLaren could blast all the way up to 240 mph. It really is the symbol of paramount 1990s performance. It’s not just straight-line speed, either. According to Car and Driver, the brilliant record-breaker could hit 60 mph in just 3.2 seconds.
1995 McLaren F1 | National Motor Museum, Heritage Images, Getty Images
How much is a Bugatti EB 110 worth?
The Bugatti EB 110 is a dramatically styled superlative in 1990s supercars, and it has a price tag to match. Although the EB 110 started at around $350,000 in the early 1990s, Hagerty values it at around $1.6 million today, depending on condition. Of course, with a top speed of 221 mph, it’s easy to see why. Even the accomplished Scuderia Ferrari F1 driver Michael Schumacher drove an EB 110 when he wasn’t piloting a race car.
Bugatti EB 110 | Raphael Gaillarde, Gamma-Rapho via Getty Images
Was the XJ220 the fastest car in the world?
For a very brief tenure, the sleek, shapely Jaguar XJ220 was the fastest supercar in the world. With a top speed of just under 220 mph, the XJ220 was a turbocharged weapon of the day. However, it lost its crown to the Bugatti EB 110, although the XJ220 is arguably much better looking. Of course, buying one today won’t come cheap; A 1992 Jaguar XJ220 might cost nearly $400,000, depending on its condition.
Jaguar XJ220 | National Motor Museum, Heritage Images, Getty Images
How much does a Lamborghini Diablo cost?
The Lamborghini Diablo was a low, wide staple in the modern development of everybody’s favorite over-the-top car marque. With a top speed of over 200 mph, the standard Lamborghini was capable. However, as different variations like the GT and VTTT rolled out, the Diablo got swifter. Also, at 222 mph, the Lamborghini Diablo VTTT had a top speed just higher than the Bugatti EB 110.
Honorable mention for the fastest supercars of the 1990s: Road-going race cars
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In addition to some of the better-known titans of the 1990s supercar landscape, there were a few more obscure race car-based options. For instance, the Lotec C1000 was faster and quicker accelerating than the venerable McLaren F1. However, the Lotec was a commissioned project and custom endeavor, hardly a steady production supercar. Furthermore, several Porsche 962-inspired cars also smashed speed runs in excess of 200 mph.
However, the above list is populated with cars that hold a spot of reverence with high-earners and kids of that generation alike. Who doesn’t want a Lamborghini Diablo or a Jaguar XJ220? Scroll down to the following article to read more about fast cars!
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