From four-pot engines and snarling V6 through smooth V12s, history has produced some sensational engines. But arguably, no machine has gained as much reputation as the mighty V8. And although the market is quickly flooding with pretty cool electric vehicles and slowly replacing the internal combustion engines, it is a perfect idea to remember a few of the best V8-powered automobiles once again.
Phasing off gas-powered vehicles is not an impossible thought; horse-drawn carts were once a thing. So before the world says the ultimate goodbye to the good old mighty V8, here are nine of the best sports cars available with V8 engines.
9 Chevrolet Corvette
The Corvette has been around for more than sixty years now. Since its rollout, the Vette’s timeless reputation as one of the best American classic cars has been thanks to its massive V8. For the 2021 model, the mid-engine marvel continues to carve its legacy with every push of the ignition.
Powered by a 6.2-liter V8 engine, the C8 comes as the most potent Stingray Sports car ever produced. With an acceleration of 0-60 mph in less than 3 seconds, one can only imagine what kind of stunning performance will come from the future editions when they arrive in the years to come.
8 Dodge Challenger SRT Super Stock
Dodge has just pulled off covers for its new Dodge Challenger SRT Super Stock, and it comes as a more powerful option than previous Challenger variants. Muscle cars don’t get more muscular than this in a wide-body form.
Powered by a potent supercharged 6.2-liter V8 engine putting out 807 horses and 707 lb-ft of torque, the SRT Super Stock is built for the dragstrip. For those who missed out on the Limited Edition SRT Demon, the Super Stock is the closest thing to that kind of performance.
7 Lexus LC500
Even with its face-melting looks, the 2021 Lexus LC500 is more of a luxury car than an exotic sports car. The brand’s flagship halo car is a drop-dead gorgeous car that combines luxury with performance. The LC can be had in V8 and a V6 powertrain, and despite the choice, the car delivers a smoothly pleasant ride.
Both engine variants provide considerable power, but the best preferred is the V8 — it knows how to sing. At the heart of the standard LC500 is a high-performance 5.0-liter V8 that gives out 471 horsepower and a 398 lb-ft of torque.
6 Audi RS7
The Audi RS7 is a high-performance car that is as audacious as it is luxurious. The car looks downright evil, and it has the performance to match, as the RS7 packs a twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8 under its hood.
This mighty powerhouse produces 591 horsepower and a 590 lb-ft of torque, enough power to blow the doors off of most hot hatches and supercars it comes across on the highway.
5 BMW M8 Competition Coupe
BMW offers its latest M series models in either coupe or convertible versions. The M8 is arguably the biggest M car the company has ever produced. This car can accelerate from 0-60 mph in 3 seconds, thanks to its high-performance powerplant.
Beneath its sleek bodywork sits a potent 4.4-liter V8 paired with an eight-speed M transmission to produce 617 horsepower. It also bursts with next-level tech, like adaptive M suspension and Active M Differential and Integrated Brake Systems that can be fine-tuned with the press of a button.
4 Lamborghini Urus
The Lamborghini Urus is the result of what happens when a supercar company makes an upscale SUV. The SUV features chiseled bodywork and hulky proportions that seem outright exaggerations. Under its hood, however, is a massive beast of a 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine that coughs out a respectable 641 horsepower.
Although it is not purposely built for the track, this massive power makes the Urus an ultimate track weapon, just in case duty calls. While Lamborghini is best known for two-seater vehicles, the Urus is spacious enough to accommodate a family of five.
3 Ferrari F8 Tributo
The world believes that American V8s are the best, but only because the country is renowned for V8-powered muscle cars. However, a few enthusiasts still believe that Ferrari makes the best engines in the world, and one of them is the V8 powering the F8 Tributo. The F8’s engine yields hair-raising acceleration and a thrilling soundtrack.
The 710 horsepower twin-turbo V8 is mounted right behind the driver and feeds the rear wheels through a paddle-shifted, seven-speed automatic transmission. The F8 boasts the most powerful V8 Ferrari has ever made. The powerplant is so impressive that the car’s name F8 Tributo is an homage to the engine.
2 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500
Nipping at the heels of the Chevrolet Corvette for the title of the best American sports car in history is, without question, the Ford Mustang. The Mustang Shelby GT500 is by far the most potent production Mustang Ford has ever made. Underneath its skin is Shelby’s supercharged 5.2-liter V8, which plays thrilling soundtracks through its Bazooka-like exhaust pipes.
The legendary Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 delivers tire-smoking performance, with the insanely powerful engines putting out a bonkers 760 horsepower and 625 lb-ft of torque.
1 Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series
As the Mercedes equivalent to BMW’s M division, AMG is known for squeezing an absurd amount of power from ordinary Mercedes-Benz cars. With their neo-retro styling and intimidating engines, every AMG GT model is a perfect choice for a thrill-seeker — but the best of them all is the Black series.
The Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series has a 4.0-liter V-8 bi-turbo, which produces 720 horsepower. The AMG GT Black Series splints to 60 mph in just 3.1 seconds when flooring the gas pedal.