If you have a desire for speed, you may already be aware that one of the most essential performance variables for hypercars is weight. In general, if all other factors are equal, lighter is preferable. Losing weight can be just as vital as boosting traction or putting out more torque and horsepower if you want to compete like a racing car driver and cross the finish line first.
| Lightest Hypercars In The World | Weight (LBS) |
|---|---|
| Gordon Murray T50 | 2174 pounds |
| Lotus Elise | 2,080 pounds |
| Dallara Stradale | 1,885 pounds |
| Jaguar XJR-15 | 2,400 pounds |
That’s why we’re going to take a look at some of the world’s fastest hypercars.
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4. Gordon Murray T50
When you ask Gordon Murray the above question, they respond with an emphatic “yes!” Parts of the response will be subjective at the very least. After all, what distinguishes a pure hypercar? (snappywap.com)
The Gordon Murray T50 is incredibly light, weighing only 2174 pounds. With a V12 engine producing 654 horsepower, you can rest assured that the Gordon Murray T50 is a quick car.
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3. Lotus Elise
Although the Gordon Murray T50 is a light automobile, certain supercars may be lighter. The Lotus Elise for sale weighs around 2,080 pounds, though it may be a few pounds heavier after the gas tank is filled.
Lotus emphasises weight above raw strength in many aspects. Their cars are frequently among the lightest on the road. Even so, quicker hypercars can be found. Yes, Lotus cars are fast, but they can’t keep up with the best.
The Elise Sport 240 Final Edition is marketed as the Elise’s apex, capable of reaching 60 mph in around 4.1 seconds. That’s fast, but not necessarily “hypercar” fast. Despite this, the Elise is a delightful car to drive.
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2. Dallara Stradale
The Dallara Stradale weighs just 1,885 pounds dry and offers maximum performance and a low dry curb weight. The Stradale combines a basic design and a lot of carbon fibre to reach this weight.
Despite having only four cylinders, the Dallara Stradale can reach 60 miles per hour in around three seconds. It’s also a stylish, one-of-a-kind hypercar that’s a lot of fun to drive.
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1. Jaguar XJR-15
To save weight, several hypercars now incorporate carbon fibre components. Carbon fibre is both strong and light, making it ideal for high-performance automobiles. The Jaguar XJR-15 was the first car to utilise carbon fibre in mass production, ushering in a new era.
The Jaguar XJR-15 was introduced in 1990 and had a curb weight of less than 2,400 pounds, making it one of the lightest cars not only in the 1990s, but also today. Only 53 were made, and the Jaguar XJR-15 is now a sought-after collector’s item.
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