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Hennessey Venom F5

HypercarHennessey
1817 hp
Horsepower
1385 kg
Weight
RWD
Drivetrain
2021
Year

Hennessey Venom F5 (Hypercar)

The Hennessey Venom F5 is an American-built, twin-turbocharged hypercar designed with one mission in mind: outrageous straight-line speed backed by serious high-performance engineering. Built around a carbon-fiber monocoque and powered by a massive 6.6L V8, it represents Hennessey’s extreme take on the modern road-going speed record machine.

Key Specs (BoP-dependent, typical sim values)

  • Powertrain: 6.6L twin-turbocharged V8 (mid-mounted, longitudinal)

  • Total Output: ~1,817 hp

  • Redline: ~8,000 rpm

  • Transmission: 7-speed automated manual / single-clutch paddle-shift

  • Weight: ~1,385 kg

  • Dimensions: ~4,667 mm long × 1,987 mm wide × 1,131 mm tall | Wheelbase ~2,665 mm

  • Tires: High-performance Michelin Cup 2-style slick/road compound tires on forged lightweight wheels

  • Brakes: Carbon-ceramic discs with high-performance multi-piston calipers

  • Layout: Mid-engine, rear-wheel drive

In the Simulator Feel

The Venom F5 is an explosive, high-speed hypercar that feels brutally fast in a straight line and surprisingly composed when kept within its limits. Its massive power delivery makes it one of the most dramatic cars to launch, roll on, and drive at speed, but it demands respect — especially in low-speed corners where all that torque can overwhelm the rear tires in an instant.

Engine & Sound: The big twin-turbo V8 delivers a deep, muscular rumble at low rpm and a hard-edged, boosted roar as the revs climb. Turbo spool is a big part of the character, with a strong surge of torque that builds into a violent top-end rush. In sim form, it should feel like a land missile: dramatic, loud, and relentless under full throttle.

Handling Characteristics:

  • Cornering: Stable enough at speed, but the car’s sheer power and rear-drive layout make it easy to push into understeer or snap oversteer if you overcook the entry or get greedy on exit.

  • Traction: Immense power means traction is the main challenge; careful throttle application is essential, especially out of slow corners or on cold tires.

  • Braking: Strong carbon-ceramic stopping power, though the car’s weight and speed can make braking zones feel deceptively short.

  • Top Speed: This is the Venom F5’s calling card — enormous straight-line performance and absurd acceleration make it one of the fastest-feeling cars in any session.

Driving Style Tip: Drive it with discipline. Short-shift if needed, be patient with throttle application, and use smooth steering inputs to keep the rear tires alive. Fast, flowing tracks and long straights are where the F5 feels most at home.

Livery & Aesthetics: The Venom F5 has a sharp, muscular, angular look that matches its name perfectly. Its low-slung body, aggressive aero surfaces, and exposed performance hardware give it an unmistakably modern hypercar presence, while the cockpit feels focused and minimalist.

Whether you're chasing top-speed runs or trying to tame its monstrous torque on a twisty circuit, the Hennessey Venom F5 is pure American excess in hypercar form — extreme power, extreme pace, and no apologies.