Fastest Car:

Uncover the fastest cars in Gran Turismo 2, including the Suzuki Escudo, Nissan 390 GT, and TVR Speed 12. Get performance details and driving tips.

This guide covers the fastest cars in Gran Turismo 2, detailing their performance, strengths, and weaknesses to help you dominate any race.

Key Cars Discussed:

• Suzuki Escudo
• Nissan 390 GT Road Car
• Ford Saleen Mustang
• HKS Drag Car
• RUF CTR2 Sport
• TVR Speed 12
• Ford [R]GT40
• Ford [R]GT40 Race Car
• Mitsubishi [R]FTO LM Edition

The Suzuki Escudo is widely considered the fastest car in the game. It costs 2 million credits, boasts 981 HP, and is specifically designed for the Pikes Peak Hill Climb. With front and rear turbo engines, it weighs around 1,760 lbs and features 4WD, making it incredibly fast. On the test track, it can reach over 250 mph when tuned. The only car that can beat it is the computer-controlled Escudo in the Pikes Peak race.

Other notable fast cars include:

• Nissan 390 GT Road Car: Very quick, starts with around 370 HP but can be increased to 837 HP. It's light, mid-engined, and can outperform most cars, except the Escudo.
• Ford Saleen Mustang: Quick, but no match for the Escudo.
• HKS Drag Car: Features 1,011 HP, 4WD, and weighs about 2700 lbs. It's very fast on the test track but is outclassed by the Escudo in acceleration and cornering.
• RUF CTR2 Sport: Can reach over 600 HP with upgrades (excluding racing mods). It handles exceptionally well and has a peak speed comfortably over 200 mph.
• TVR Speed 12: A beast with over 800 HP and a weight under a ton after weight reduction. It excels in acceleration, with a 0-200 time of about 16 seconds, and can reach 240 mph. It is won in the Gran Turismo All Stars cup.
• Ford [R]GT40: Offers great handling and is difficult to spin out. It has above-average top speed and acceleration, making it suitable for beginners.
• Ford [R]GT40 Race Car: An upgrade to the standard GT40, with better acceleration and top speed. Requires transmission tuning for optimal performance in races like the Gran Turismo All Stars.
• Mitsubishi [R]FTO LM Edition: Praised for its above-average acceleration, top speed, and wonderful handling and stability, making it excellent on most courses, especially those with many corners.