Retro Super Cars

Best Retro Super Cars by Acceleration in Forza Horizon 5

Retro Super Cars is one of the most popular car categories in FH5. These five post the highest Acceleration ratings in the category.

Updated February 2025 Ranked by Acceleration · 34 cars analyzed
8.2
Best Acceleration
Retro Super Cars
Type
AWD, RWD
Drivetrain
150K CR
Cheapest
34
Cars in Group
#1
Rank
1987 Porsche 959 A764

1987 Porsche 959

LEGENDARY RETRO SUPER CARS AWD
2,000,000 CR
1987 Porsche 959

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

Speed
7.3
Handling
5.5
Accel
8.2
Launch
4.7
Braking
4.9
Offroad
5.2
Power 450 HP
Torque 365 lb-ft
Weight 3,100 lbs
Displacement 2.85L
Front % 43%
Drivetrain AWD
View full 1987 Porsche 959 details →
#4
Rank
2004 Saleen S7 S1855

2004 Saleen S7

EPIC RETRO SUPER CARS RWD
388,000 CR
2004 Saleen S7

A great mid-price option with Acceleration that punches above its weight. Lower PI leaves significant tuning headroom.

Speed
7.9
Handling
6.7
Accel
7.1
Launch
7.0
Braking
6.7
Offroad
5.2
Power 575 HP
Torque 570 lb-ft
Weight 2,756 lbs
Displacement 7L
Front % 40%
Drivetrain RWD
View full 2004 Saleen S7 details →
#5
Rank
1995 Porsche 911 Gt2 A753

1995 Porsche 911 Gt2

EPIC RETRO SUPER CARS RWD
350,000 CR
1995 Porsche 911 Gt2

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

Speed
6.5
Handling
5.6
Accel
6.7
Launch
5.7
Braking
5.3
Offroad
5.1
Power 424 HP
Torque 398 lb-ft
Weight 2,855 lbs
Displacement 3.6L
Front % 38%
Drivetrain RWD
View full 1995 Porsche 911 Gt2 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 Acceleration in stock form, it has a natural advantage that's hard to overcome.

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Why Acceleration Matters

In Forza Horizon 5, the Acceleration stat reflects how quickly a car reaches top speed. Tracks with frequent braking zones reward cars that recover speed fastest.

Budget vs. Premium Picks

If you're just starting out, the 1995 Porsche 911 Gt2 at 350,000 CR is a strong entry point. The 1987 Porsche 959 leads at 8.2 Acceleration, but costs 2,000,000 CR.