There are plenty of brilliant RWD sports cars. Examples include the Mazda Miata and the Subaru BRZ. These cars are really big among enthusiasts and are really enjoyed for being fun to drive at any speed. However, there are some RWD sports cars that just go that little bit further and boast ridiculous performance levels.
Modern sports cars increasingly rely on AWD to ensure maximum stability and grip. This enables them to achieve incredible acceleration times and take on corners at high speeds with ease. However, some of us still prefer the wild RWD configurations for their oversteer and the imcomparable driving engagement they offer. Sadly, they're not as fast as their AWD counterparts, which is why we've decided to dig up the fastest RWD sports cars that are still attainable today and ranked them according to their 0-60 mph acceleration times.
9 Caterham 7 CSR 260 (3.5 Seconds)
The CSR 260 topped Caterham's vehicle lineup upon its release. Caterham also equipped a new engine in the CSR 260 alongside an updated chassis, which adds innovation to an already brilliant vehicle. The Caterham boasts a surprisingly good grip on the road, but we wouldn't expect anything less from Caterham as it is well known for its production of great performance cars.
The 0-60 is 3.5 seconds, which is great in this car. The driving style is so on point and focused in the Caterham that drivers are able to go at high speeds while still having control and stability in steering and handling.
8 Mercedes AMG GT R Pro (3.5 seconds)
The AMG GT R Pro was initially designed for the track but is also a road-legal vehicle. Power capabilities are fairly similar to the AMG GT R, but it is important to bear in mind that this car was designed for the track, and it's more lightweight than the GT R.
The GT R Pro is very grippy on non-wet roads, and Mercedes managed to create a vehicle that was able to be used on the road just as much as it could be used on the track. The balance may be difficult to achieve, but Mercedes managed to do it. Combining the grip with an acceleration of 0-60 in 3.5 seconds makes this car great for enjoyment.
7 Porsche 911 GT3 RS (3.3 Seconds)
Launched in 2018, the 911 GT3 RS was equipped with a new engine and offered a performance boost over other versions of the vehicle. On the GT3 RS, the body is wider than the 911 GT3. The improved suspension also makes the GT3 RS one of the best track cars on the market.
Porsche managed to make a brilliant driver's car that really focused on high engagement with the vehicle for the driver. The RWD on the vehicle is also enhanced on the car and really works great for the Porsche. Power and speed are key capabilities of the 911 and the 0-60 in 3.3 seconds is nothing to be sniffed at.
6 Chevrolet Corvette C8 (2.9 Seconds)
Released in 2020, Chevrolet made a great sports car. The Corvette is big, especially compared to its Porsche Cayman counterpart. The car also has a massive 6.2-liter LT2 V8 engine, giving an output of 495 hp and reaching 0-60 in just under three seconds.
Reaching this top speed is no small feat, and the vehicle is quite grippy on the roads. Despite this, the eighth generation of the Corvette is a brilliant car in terms of speed and is a great drive on the road. It offers fantastic value for the money.
5 Lamborghini Huracan Evo (2.9 Seconds)
The Huracan Evo has been widely renowned for its amazing performance along with how beautifully the car handles, especially the RWD option. Lamborghini managed to enhance the handling in the Evo while also managing to style the car amazingly.
The car has the speed to match too. Reaching 0-60 in 2.9 seconds is pretty brilliant, and when a vehicle's handling is nearly at the top of its game, it is difficult to complain about much. Perhaps the Lamborghini could have stronger steering, but ultimately this car is a pretty brilliant vehicle with insane performance numbers.
4 McLaren 765LT (2.8 Seconds)
McLaren managed to make the 765LT a very intense experience. With its speed reaching 0-60 in 2.8 seconds at top levels, it would be difficult for the drive to not be viewed as almost being aggressive. The vehicle really speaks for the high engineering capabilities of McLaren.
The LT lives up to the hype too, with it being undeniably brilliant in practically all areas. The vehicle is very focused and precise on what it sets out to achieve: pure performance. McLaren definitely deserves to be near the top of this list.
3 Ferrari SF90 Stradale 4.0 V8 Hybrid (2.4 Seconds)
The Ferrari SF90 is a perfect example of Ferrari on top of its game. The car is successful in almost every area. It is fast, beautifully designed, and perfectly agile for the driver. It would be practically impossible to knock the performance of this car. Ferrari truly put their all into this vehicle, and it definitely paid off.
Technologically sound, with Ferrari making use of petrol and electricity extremely well, the brand did an amazing job with the SF90 Stradale. Its 0-60 mph time of 2.4 seconds is undeniably fast and easily places the Ferrari at the top of this list.
2 Dodge Challenger Demon (2.3 Seconds)
The Dodge Challenger Demon is everything you would expect from Dodge. It's big, it's imposing, and it's fast. The Demon launched in 2018 and was heavily successful against the likes of Porsche and Ferrari. The car also produces an astonishing 840 hp, so it is unsurprising that the vehicle made it onto this list.
The supercharged V8 engine enhances the performance of the car too, with it being capable for use on the road and the track. Despite not being the fastest car on this list, the Demon is a great car and was simply too fast for use in the National Hot Road Association. Dodge clocks their 0-60 at 2.3 seconds, highlighting the capabilities of the Demon in terms of speed.
1 Ariel Atom 500 V8 (2.3 Seconds)
The Ariel Atom is quite a unique-looking car. It can produce 500 bhp and is completely road-legal. The Atom is also very lightweight, adding to its speed capabilities. The car is very rare with only 25 ever made, making it highly desirable.
It is also easy to drive compared to what many would think. The Ariel Atom managed to handle brilliantly while being flexible for the driver to use. Its acceleration of 0-60 in 2.3 seconds is no easy feat, and it's absolutely mind-blowing for a RWD.