So, what does 295 mph look like in a quarter mile? It’s fast, and the only way you can really get a grip on it is to slow the video down. Of course, it’s a jet funny car and literally looks like its afterburners are kicking in as it revs up its engine.
The Funny Car is the world recorder holder for Hanna motorsports. At these speeds, all you can do is move your hands because of the pressure pushing your body against the seat. It makes you wonder what’s going on in the mind of a jet pilot.
The car clocks roughly 4Gs of acceleration. The car’s speed also depends on where the event is being held. There’s more oxygen closer to sea level, which gives the Funny Car more a little more speed. The speeds are wicket-fast and it takes a true professional to attempt these speeds.
If you’re into extreme speed, this is a video to watch.