Formula 1 cars are known for their incredible speed and precision, pushing the boundaries of engineering and technology. However, there are road-legal supercars that come very close to matching the performance of an F1 car. In a recent video by Carwow, a drag race between a Porsche 918 Spyder, a Bugatti Veyron, and a Red Bull F1 car was conducted to determine the fastest.

The Porsche 918 Spyder, a German supercar, is equipped with a 4.6-liter naturally-aspirated V8 engine and two electric motors. It produces an astonishing 887 horsepower (652 kilowatts) and 944 pound-feet (1,280 Newton-meters) of torque. With power sent to all four wheels through a seven-speed automatic gearbox, the 918 Spyder is an impressive machine. It weighs 3,690 pounds (1,674 kilograms) but its power-to-weight ratio makes it a formidable competitor.

The Bugatti Veyron, on the other hand, is powered by an impressive 8.0-liter quad-turbo W16 engine, delivering 1,001 horsepower (736 kW) and 922 pound-feet (1,250 Nm) of torque. It also features a seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox and all-wheel drive. Although slightly heavier at 4,162 pounds (1,888 kilograms), the Veyron compensates with its sheer power and engineering prowess.

The video showcases the drag race between these supercars and an F1 car, highlighting their acceleration and top speed capabilities. It’s an exciting showdown that demonstrates the incredible performance of these vehicles.

Overall, while these road-legal supercars come close in terms of speed and performance, Formula 1 cars remain the pinnacle of automotive engineering and speed.