It’s not surprising that the Ferrari F50 topped the list as it embodied everything a supercar stood for in the 90s: breakneck performance and aching beauty. The F50 was a successor to the F40 with better styling and performance. The engine was a 512 hp 4.7-liter V-12 mated with a six-speed manual transmission. It managed an acceleration time of 3.7 seconds to 60 mph and a top speed of 197 mph.
| engine | 4.7 liter V-12 |
|---|---|
| power | 512 hp |
| Torque | 347 LB-FT |
| transmission | Six-speed manual transmission |
| 0 to 60 mph | 3.7 seconds |
| Top speed | 197 km / h |
Read our full 1995 Ferrari F50 review
The XJ220 was once crowned fastest car in the world as it was the first car to reach 220 mph. Its centerpiece was a 3.5-liter twin-turbo V-6 that delivered 540 hp to the rear wheels. It was mitigated by a five-speed manual transmission and time to 60 mph was 3.6 seconds. It was a bit spartan though, as there was no driver aids, not even power steering. Reviews show the cabin was comfortable.
| engine | 3.5-liter twin-turbo V-6 |
|---|---|
| power | 540 hp |
| transmission | Five-speed manual transmission |
| 0 to 60 mph | 3.6 seconds |
| Top speed | 220 km / h |
Read our full 1996 Jaguar XJ220 review
The Diablo was one of the most sought-after cars of its generation and has been the subject of wallpapers and action movie scenes. The base model was available with a 5.7-liter V-12 developing 492 horsepower, and it accelerated to 60 mph in 4.5 seconds. Other versions in the following years, like the Diablo VT, brought four-wheel drive into the setup and made for better handling. Towards the end of the series, his SV model introduced electronic brake force distribution and driver airbags.
| engine | 5.7 liter V-12 |
|---|---|
| power | 492 hp |
| 0 to 60 mph | 4.5 seconds |
| Top speed | 208 mph |
Read our full 1995 Lamborghini Diablo review
The CLK GTR was only built because Mercedes entered the FIA GT1 class, which resulted in them having to build a class of street legal units. The lucky few who could afford a CLK GTR received a 6.9-liter V-12 engine with 604 hp. The top speed was 199 mph, which was faster than anything Mercedes had in production outside of motorsport. It was also very expensive at just over $ 1.5 million.
| engine | 6.9 liter V-12 |
|---|---|
| Horsepower | 604 hp |
| 0 to 60 mph | 3.8 seconds |
| Top speed | 199 km / h |
Read our full 1999 Mercedes CLK GTR review
The Bugatti EB110 is one of the lesser-known Bugatti from the golden era. It was low, long, and had a cockpit-style cabin with rounded glass and scissor doors that opened up. The EB110 had a 3.5-liter, four-turbocharged V-12 that made 553 horsepower, and the body was also made of lightweight carbon fiber. It reached 60 mph in 3.2 seconds and had a top speed of 216 mph, making it one of the five fastest cars for the entire decade.
| engine | 3.5 liter V-12 |
|---|---|
| power | 553 hp |
| 0 to 60 mph | 3.2 seconds |
| Top speed | 216 miles per hour |
Read our full 1995 Bugatti EB110 review
The McLaren F1, like the F50, is one of the most adored models of the era due to its aesthetics and high-voltage engine. The engine compartment contained a 6.1 liter V-12 engine with 618 horsepower. This was connected to a six-speed manual transmission to transfer the power to the rear wheels. The F1 reached 60 mph in 3.2 seconds and had a top speed of 231 mph. However, it had some weaknesses such as rear view and the high price due to its exclusivity.
| engine | 6.1 liter V-12 |
|---|---|
| power | 618 hp |
| transmission | Six-speed manual transmission |
| 0 to 60 mph | 3.2 seconds |
| Top speed | 231 miles per hour |
Read our full 1995 McLaren F1 review
Like several other prominent supercars of the time, the 911 GT2 was created from the necessities of the FIA homologation regulations. In order for Porsche to be able to use the 993 platform in GT racing, it would have to produce several road cars. The GT2 was largely characterized as a racing car. It has a 3.6 liter twin turbo engine with charge air cooling and a rated output of 450 hp. Acceleration to 60 mph took 3.9 seconds and the top speed was 187 mph.
| engine | 3.6 liter twin turbocharging |
|---|---|
| power | 450 hp |
| 0 to 60 mph | 3.9 seconds |
| Top speed | 187 mph |
Read our full review of the 1993 Porsche 911 GT2
The Zonda debuted at the Geneva Motor Show in 1999 and was a huge hit illustrating the future of supercar styling. It also had the performance characteristics of the best super sports cars, including a 6.0 V-12 from Mercedes and 789 hp at the highest level. The Pagani also had that fighter jet feeling in the cabin, considering the view and the finely crafted layout made from the best materials. There were also aluminum components that were included in the finish.
| engine | 6.0 liter V-12 |
|---|---|
| power | 789 hp |
| 0 to 60 mph | 4.2 seconds |
| Top speed | 185 mph |
Read our full 1999 Pagani Zonda review
Due to the FIA specifications, the street version was also one of the best 911 models for GT racing. It had a 3.2-liter twin-turbo six-cylinder boxer engine with 537 hp. Acceleration to 60 mph was 3.9 seconds while the top speed was 191 mph, making it one of the fastest Porsches of the era. It was discontinued in 1999 after the GT1 class was canceled, making the street version one of the unicorns for Porsche enthusiasts who love racetrack models.
| engine | 3.2 Flat-Six twin-turbo charging |
|---|---|
| power | 537 hp |
| 0 to 60 mph | 3.9 seconds |
| Top speed | 191 mph |
Read our full review of the 1996 Porsche 911 GT1 street version
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The Cerbera cemented the automaker’s place in the supercar hierarchy more than the TVR models that existed before. The offering had great performance, sleek design, and was reasonably priced. Its engine was a 4.0-liter in-line six for the base model connected to a five-speed manual transmission, and higher stages received a 4.2-liter V-8 developing 360 horsepower. The acceleration time was 4 seconds and the top speed was 193 mph. There were also unique additions to the interior, such as push-button controls for the ignition, lights and windshield wipers.
| engine | 4.2 liter V-8 |
|---|---|
| power | 360 hp |
| 0 to 60 mph | 4.0 seconds |
| Top speed | 193 km / h |
Read our full 1996 TVR Cerbera review
