Classic Racers

Best Classic Racers by Offroad in Forza Horizon 5

Classic Racers is one of the most popular car categories in FH5. These five post the highest Offroad ratings in the category.

Updated February 2025 Ranked by Offroad · 24 cars analyzed
5.7
Best Offroad
Classic Racers
Type
5/5 RWD
Drivetrain
60K CR
Cheapest
24
Cars in Group
#1
Rank
1959 Jaguar Mk Ii 3.8 D448

1959 Jaguar Mk Ii 3.8

EPIC CLASSIC RACERS RWD
60,000 CR
1959 Jaguar Mk Ii 3.8

The undisputed Offroad champion in this group. A natural advantage that's hard to overcome, even with a perfect tune on a weaker platform.

Speed
4.6
Handling
3.9
Accel
3.5
Launch
2.8
Braking
2.8
Offroad
5.7
Power 228 HP
Torque 240 lb-ft
Weight 3,380 lbs
Displacement 3.78L
Front % 57%
Drivetrain RWD
View full 1959 Jaguar Mk Ii 3.8 details →
#2
Rank
1966 Ford Lotus Cortina D389

1966 Ford Lotus Cortina

COMMON CLASSIC RACERS RWD
60,000 CR
1966 Ford Lotus Cortina

A strong Offroad contender that's remarkably close to the top. Balanced and versatile across multiple track types.

Speed
4.0
Handling
3.6
Accel
3.5
Launch
2.6
Braking
2.3
Offroad
5.5
Power 115 HP
Torque 106 lb-ft
Weight 2,050 lbs
Displacement 1.56L
Front % 52%
Drivetrain RWD
View full 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina details →
#3
Rank
1962 Ferrari 250 Gto B612

1962 Ferrari 250 Gto

LEGENDARY CLASSIC RACERS RWD
50,000,000 CR
1962 Ferrari 250 Gto

Pairs high Offroad with competitive all-around performance — a rare combination. An excellent all-rounder that doesn't force trade-offs.

Speed
6.4
Handling
3.6
Accel
3.5
Launch
2.5
Braking
2.8
Offroad
5.4
Power 306 HP
Torque 216 lb-ft
Weight 2,299 lbs
Displacement 2.95L
Front % 52%
Drivetrain RWD
View full 1962 Ferrari 250 Gto details →
#5
Rank
1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia Tz2 B641

1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia Tz2

LEGENDARY CLASSIC RACERS RWD
4,000,000 CR
1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia Tz2

The most accessible car on this list with Offroad that holds its own against pricier competition. Ideal for budget builds.

Speed
5.5
Handling
3.9
Accel
4.1
Launch
3.4
Braking
3.4
Offroad
5.3
Power 170 HP
Torque 130 lb-ft
Weight 1,367 lbs
Displacement 1.57L
Front % 54%
Drivetrain RWD
View full 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia Tz2 details →
Our Methodology

How We Ranked These Cars

The rankings above are based on stock performance data — every car shown is completely untuned, straight from the Autoshow. If a car ranks #1 for Offroad in stock form, it has a natural advantage that's hard to overcome.

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Why Offroad Matters

In Forza Horizon 5, the Offroad stat reflects traction and control on loose surfaces. Cross-country and dirt events demand cars that stay composed off-tarmac.

All five cars on this list are RWD. This layout dominates the Offroad rankings thanks to its mechanical advantages.

Budget vs. Premium Picks

If you're just starting out, the 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia Tz2 at 4,000,000 CR is a strong entry point. The 1959 Jaguar Mk Ii 3.8 leads at 5.7 Offroad, but costs 60,000 CR.