0-520Kmph in Less Than 4 Seconds. Is This The Fastest Car on Earth?
Follow us on
Highlights
Since we are talking speed records, let us take this chance to introduce you to a new record that will stun you to say the least. Jack Beckman, a professional drag racer, achieved a speed of 323.43 mph (520.51Km/h) in just 3.921 seconds during the NHRA Funny Car.
About the race - the Funny Car is a class of drag racing that uses special cars. These cars sport tilt-up bodies, a custom chassis, and front-mounted engines. Interestingly, the bodies of the Funny Cars emulate cars available during the period it was built. According to various reports, the horsepower figures of such cars can vary from 7,000bhp - 9,000bhp.
Fast Jack aka Jack Beckman, a 19-time NHRA Funny Car winner, won the NHRA Sonoma Nationals in the Funny Car class on August 2, 2015 in a Dodge Charger, and also set a national record during the process.
Watch the video here:
Last Updated on August 5, 2015
Related Articles
All-New Dodge Charger Daytona Debuts As Brand’s First EV; V6 Engines To Arrive in 2026
Here's How Much A Classic 1970 Dodge Charger Is Worth Today
2021 LEGO Speed Champions Sets Unveiled
Fiat Chrysler Recalls 1.1 Million Cars Due to Confusing Gear Shifter
Top 5 Cars Featured in Movies in 2015
Latest News
Upcoming Triumph Thruxton 400 Spied Ahead Of Debut
Triumph Speed Twin 900 Launched At Rs 8.89 Lakh
MG Cyberster India Specifications Revealed Ahead Of January 2025 Launch
Honda and Nissan Sign MOU To Explore Merger; Mitsubishi Likely To Join
2025 Honda SP125 Launched In India At Rs 91,771
Sea To Summit With Hyundai Exter: Varkala To Anamudi on a Single Tank of Fuel
Limited-Run Ola S1 Pro Sona Edition Revealed; Sports 24K Gold-Plated Components
Lexus LF-ZC Concept To Be Showcased At 2025 Bharat Mobility Expo
2025 Honda Activa 125 Launched At Rs 94,422; Gets New 4.2-inch TFT Display
Maruti Suzuki Fronx Off-Road Concept Revealed; Gets Yokohama Geolandar Tyres, Roof-Mounted Aux Lights
