Hagerty does something fun and intriguing in their latest episode – they pit the 1234-horsepower Lucid Air Sapphire against the 1025-horsepower Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170. The battle is all-American muscle and all-American electric speed!
First up, Hagerty takes these beasts to regular pavement to see which one really has the quickest acceleration. They’ve got the Lucid Air Sapphire, a high-tech marvel with insane power, and the Demon 170, a raw, supercharged monster with a name that strikes fear into the hearts of lesser cars. With a veteran drag racer at the helm, they push the Demon to its limits, achieving jaw-dropping 0-60 and quarter-mile times. But can it dethrone the Sapphire on this unprepped surface? Spoiler alert: the Demon’s Mickey Thompson drag radials aren’t too fond of regular asphalt.
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To really give the Demon a fighting chance, Hagerty heads over to the Famoso Drag Strip, where the magic of VHT-prepped surfaces awaits. This is where the Challenger’s true potential can shine. With the legendary Tom Bailey behind the wheel, they aim to match Dodge’s mind-blowing 8.91-second quarter-mile run. Can the Demon 170 rise to the occasion and beat the Lucid Air Sapphire?
One thing’s for sure: this battle is not just about horsepower numbers. It’s about raw power, cutting-edge technology, and the spirit of American automotive engineering. So, who’s going to take the crown as the quickest accelerating American car in history? Enjoy to find out.
