From the Archive: We Test the World’s Hottest Tuner Cars From 0–150–0 MPH
In the realm of automotive performance, nothing speaks louder than raw numbers. Car enthusiasts and experts alike enjoy pushing the limits of their vehicles, and among the most exhilarating challenges is achieving breakneck speeds with impeccable control. In pursuit of adrenaline-pumping performance, we’ve selected some of the world’s hottest tuner cars to test, focusing on achieving a blistering acceleration from 0 to 150 miles per hour and back to a complete stop.
To kickstart our journey into high-performance territory, we first look at the ever-popular Nissan GT-R. Tuned by performance specialist Switzer, this R35 packs a monstrous punch under its hood. Thanks to its upgraded twin-turbo V6 engine and ECU remapping, this beast hits 0 to 150 MPH in just 13.4 seconds, stopping entirely in another 5.2 seconds. It’s no wonder that Nissan’s flagship sports car continues to dominate the aftermarket scene.
Next up is the Hennessey-tuned Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 aptly named “The Exorcist.” With a highly modified supercharged LSA V8 engine producing over 1000 horsepower and advanced aerodynamic upgrades, this demonic Camaro catapults from a standstill to 150 MPH in a mere 11.8 seconds. Shedding all that speed requires another 5 seconds flat – putting it in serious contention for top tuner cars.
2018 saw Germany give birth to an absolute powerhouse: the G-Power tuned BMW M5 “Hurricane.” Adhering to their lavish history of modifying BMWs, G-Power worked their magic on this F90 M5 and offered performance enthusiasts an octane-infused experience they won’t forget anytime soon. With astoundingly powerful twin-turbo V8 modifications churning out 900 horsepower, the M5 reaches 150 MPH from a standstill in just 12.3 seconds and stops in 4.9 seconds.
Finally, we have the Underground Racing Audi R8 V10 Plus. If there is one thing that Underground Racing knows how to do, it’s creating earth-shakingly fast vehicles. Equipped with a twin-turbo setup and other performance modifications, this R8 accelerates with jaw-dropping speed. Managing to reach the 150 MPH mark in 12.1 seconds, this German rocket quickly decelerates back to zero in merely 4.8 seconds.
We’ve only just scraped the surface of possibilities when it comes to tuner cars engineered for lightning-fast sprints and pristine control. These four examples prove that with creativity, dedication, and a love for speed, boundaries can be pushed and new limits set by automakers and tuners across the globe.
These high-performance tuner cars inch ever closer to perfection in acceleration and stopping distances – serving as testaments to engineering prowess and human ambition. The desire for speed will always persist – and these machines act as mile-markers on the road of automotive evolution.
So buckle up, keep your eyes on the horizon, and enjoy the ride as these tuned beasts continue to redefine what it means to go from 0-150-0 MPH!