Retro Rally

Best Retro Rally by Braking in Forza Horizon 5

Retro Rally is one of the most popular car categories in FH5. These five post the highest Braking ratings in the category.

Updated February 2025 Ranked by Braking · 18 cars analyzed
4.0
Best Braking
Retro Rally
Type
AWD, RWD
Drivetrain
20K CR
Cheapest
18
Cars in Group
#1
Rank
1983 Audi Sport Quattro B638

1983 Audi Sport Quattro

EPIC RETRO RALLY AWD
175,000 CR
1983 Audi Sport Quattro

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

Speed
5.7
Handling
4.7
Accel
5.5
Launch
2.9
Braking
4.0
Offroad
6.0
Power 306 HP
Torque 268 lb-ft
Weight 2,807 lbs
Displacement 2.13L
Front % 55%
Drivetrain AWD
View full 1983 Audi Sport Quattro details →
#2
Rank
1982 Lancia 037 Stradale B647

1982 Lancia 037 Stradale

RARE RETRO RALLY RWD
750,000 CR
1982 Lancia 037 Stradale

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

Speed
5.2
Handling
5.0
Accel
4.5
Launch
2.8
Braking
3.7
Offroad
7.1
Power 202 HP
Torque 172 lb-ft
Weight 2,540 lbs
Displacement 2L
Front % 44%
Drivetrain RWD
View full 1982 Lancia 037 Stradale details →
#3
Rank
1986 Lancia Delta S4 B682

1986 Lancia Delta S4

RARE RETRO RALLY AWD
1,000,000 CR
1986 Lancia Delta S4

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

Speed
5.0
Handling
4.9
Accel
5.5
Launch
5.5
Braking
3.7
Offroad
7.6
Power 247 HP
Torque 214 lb-ft
Weight 2,646 lbs
Displacement 1.76L
Front % 45%
Drivetrain AWD
View full 1986 Lancia Delta S4 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 Braking in stock form, it has a natural advantage that's hard to overcome.

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Why Braking Matters

In Forza Horizon 5, the Braking stat reflects stopping power and stability under heavy braking. Late brakers gain seconds per lap on technical circuits.

Budget vs. Premium Picks

If you're just starting out, the 1992 Lancia Delta Hf Integrale Evo at 100,000 CR is a strong entry point. The 1983 Audi Sport Quattro leads at 4.0 Braking, but costs 175,000 CR.