Can You Identify These Cars as They Speed Past?

By: Robin Tyler
Estimated Completion Time
4 min
Can You Identify These Cars as They Speed Past?
Image: Grand Parc/Edvvc/Grant.C/Milestoned via Wiki Commons

About This Quiz

As you know, there are hundreds and thousands of car models that have been driven all over the world since that first vehicle took to the road in the late 1800s.

Each year, auto manufacturers update older models with a new generation and release their new models on the world. Over the years, the car has gone up from the two or four-door sedan as the standard family car, and we have seen many other model options come to form, including crossovers, SUVs and station wagons.

And what about sportscars, off-roaders, supercars, hypercars? The list really seems endless.

Now as a car aficionado, you probably have a good knowledge of cars and could easily identify them from a photograph, no matter if we put a sedan, SUV, sports car, hypercar, 4x4, convertible or off-roader in front of you. 

But what if the picture was a little different? Instead of a still, what if we changed things up a bit and gave you a blurry image, to simulate a vehicle speeding past you. 

Where would you stand then? Still confident you could identify them?

Well, let's see how you do because, in this quiz, that is exactly what we did.

Good luck. 

Audi R8
Adam Pigott via Wiki Commons
A real 'speedster' - which vehicle is shown in this image?
Audi R8
Ferrari F40
Ford GT40
Volkswagen Golf GTI
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Audi first marketed this mid-engined two-seat sports car in 2006. It is available as a coupe and convertible and uses Audi's all-wheel-drive system. This, along with a 5.2-liter FSI V10 engine, give the R8 plenty of oomph!

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Ferrari F40
Nic Redhead via Wiki Commons
Truly a beautiful car from the late '80s and early '90s. Can you identify it?
Audi R8
Ferrari F40
Ford GT40
Volkswagen Golf GTI
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Only 1,311 Ferrari F40’s were produced between 1987 and 1991. Many consider this to be the finest Ferrari ever. The F40 was powered by a 2.9-liter twin turbo V12 capable of producing 471 brake horsepower. The F40’s top speed was 321 km/h.

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Ford GT40
Matthew Lamb via Wiki Commons
Name this trophy winning race car.
Audi R8
Ferrari F40
Ford GT40
Volkswagen Golf GTI
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The first generation of the GT40 won the prestigious Le Mans 24-hour endurance race for four straight years from 1966 to 1969, which included filling out the top three positions in 1966. Only 105 of them were produced. Luckily, a new generation GT40 was released in 2006 and again in 2017.

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Volkswagen Golf GTI
_morgado via Wiki Commons
The first of the boy racers, can you name the vehicle in this image?
Audi R8
Ferrari F40
Ford GT40
Volkswagen Golf GTI
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Volkswagen started the ‘hot hatch’ revolution with the introduction of the Golf GTI in 1976. This was a Golf Mk 1 with a high performance engine, and it instantly became a hit.

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Dodge Charger
Kelley Blue Book
Are you able to identify this American motoring icon?
Dodge Charger
Volkswagen Golf GTI
Ferrari F40
Audi R8
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The muscle car revolution of the 1960s brought about the iconic Dodge Charger. And today it still takes on its traditional rivals, the Corvette and the Mustang. As in the past, with the latest model Chargers, expect big V8 engines and large spacious interiors. What you should not expect, is a little finesse.

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Lamborghini Gallardo
PSParrot via Wiki Commons
Even speeding by it is a beautiful car. Can you identify the make and model?
Dodge Charger
Ford GT40
Ferrari F40
Lamborghini Gallardo
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Lamborghini makes incredibly beautiful cars and the Gallardo could be the best of all. Produced between 2003 and 2013, the second generation of the vehicle was powered by a 5.2-liter V10. Lamborghini even released a convertible, the Spyder with a fully automated soft top.

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Lotus Esprit V8
Damian Morys via Wiki Commons
The vehicle in this image is?
Lamborghini Gallardo
Lotus Esprit V8
Dodge Charger
Audi R8
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

By the time 1996 rolled along, the Lotus Esprit had been in production for over 20 years. The V8, however, quickly became a firm favorite. It was powered by an aluminum V8 engine coupled to a 5 or 6-speed manual transmission. The V8 could reach a top speed of 175 mph and go from 0 to 60 mph in just 4.4 seconds.

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GMC Typhoon
Auto Week
Name this powerful pickup, please.
Lotus Esprit V8
Dodge Charger
GMC Typhoon
Ford GT40
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Take a 4.3-liter turbocharged V-6 as well as the transmission of a Corvette and couple that with an all-wheel-drive truck and what do you have? A Typhoon, that's what. The Typhoon was faster than many sports cars of the time and easily raced to 60mph from a standing start in under 5 seconds.

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Cadillac CTS-V
Original Productions
The vehicle in this image is a _______?
Volkswagen Golf GTI
GMC Typhoon
Audi R8
Cadillac CTS-V
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Modern muscle cars are very different from their '60s cousins. Take the CTS-V, for example, with a four-door layout. That said, this still breathes fire and is powered by a 6.2-liter supercharged V8 that produces over 600 brake horsepower.

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Honda Civic Type R
BBC
Can you identify this hatchback?
Cadillac CTS-V
Honda Civic Type R
Ford GT40
Ferrari F40
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A higher performing version of the regular Civic, the Type R was a favorite of boy racers around the globe. First produced in 1997, it is currently in its 5th generation and is available as a three or four-door hatchback or four-door sedan. The 5th generation is powered by a 2.0-liter engine capable of producing over 300 brake horsepower.

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Ford Mustang Boss 302
Brian Snelson via Wiki Commons
A well-known model from a world-renowned brand. Do you know what it is?
GMC Typhoon
Ford Mustang Boss 302
Honda Civic Type R
Volkswagen Golf GTI
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Only brought back for two modern models in 2012 and 2013, the Boss not only was straight in a fast line but could handle the corners as well, something muscle cars were not known for.

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Acura Integra Coupe
Grand Parc - Bordeaux, France via Wiki Commons
Identify this vehicle, please.
Acura Integra Coupe
Ford Mustang Boss 302
Lotus Esprit V8
Ford GT40
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Built between 1986 and 2001, the Integra Coupe was based on the Honda model of the same name. In fact, when Acura was first launched in 1986, this was one of only two models offered. Interestingly, the third generation was considered one of the easiest cars to steal in the United States!

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McLaren_F1
Tony Harrison via Wiki Commons
Can you name the vehicle in this image?
Acura Integra Coupe
Audi R8
Ford Mustang Boss 302
McLaren F1
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

In 1992, Formula One team, McLaren, launched the F1. This high-performance sports car was powered by a 6.2-liter V12 engine that produced over 600 brake horsepower. Interestingly, the engine is lined with 24-carat gold to help with the dispersal of heat.

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Maserati Quattroporte
Maserati
This car has a sense of style that is difficult to match. Do you know what it is?
McLaren F1
Dodge Charger
Maserati Quattroporte
Volkswagen Beetle
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A four-door saloon car with epic performance – yes, that’s the Maserati Quattroporte! The history of this model traces back to 1963, but the current model, the VI, really stands out. The top of the range model features a 3.8-liter twin-turbo V8 that pushes out an astonishing 523 break horsepower!

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Volvo V40
Carwow
Name this hatchback, if you can!
Lamborghini Gallardo
Maserati Quattroporte
GMC Typhoon
Volvo V40
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

First introduced in 2012, the V40 is a sleek hatchback in the compact car/family car segment. There are 13 models on offer of this vehicle, either with petrol or diesel engines.

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Shelby Cobra
Wiki Commons
A true classic. But can you identify it?
Honda Jazz
Volvo V40
Shelby Cobra
Mini Cooper
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The brainchild of Carroll Shelby, the Cobra first revved in anger in 1962. Based on a lightweight body that he imported from the AC Cars, Shelby bolted a Ford 260 engine to it. And the rest is history! In the years that followed, Shelby bolted even bigger engines to the AC frame, which brought about a car with nimble handling and lots and lots of power.

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Audi TT RS
Kelley Blue Book
Are you able to tell us which vehicle appears in this image?
Shelby Cobra
Audi TT
Volvo V40
Maserati Quattroporte
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

There have been three generations of the Audi TT 2-door sports car since 1998. It is available as both a coupe and roadster and also includes an all-wheel-drive Quattro model. In the '90s, it became an immediate head turner thanks to its sleek lines and excellent performance figures.

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Ferrari F50
Original Productions
A real beauty whether standing still or travelling flat out, can you name this model?
Dodge Charger
Cadillac CTS-V
Ferrari F50
Audi TT
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Often forgotten between the F40 and the Enzo, the F50 was one of the top sports cars of the 1990s. It was designed as part of the marques 50th-anniversary celebrations.

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Lexus LC500h
Kelley Blue Book
Can you identify the model from a famous luxury brand?
Ferrari F50
Audi R8
Acura Integra Coupe
Lexus LC 500
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Released in 2017, this grand tourer takes the form of a two-door fastback coupe. Its development follows on from the 2012 LF-LC Concept first show by Lexus in 2012. The LC is powered by either a 3.5-liter hybrid V6 or a 5.0-liter V8 petrol engine. It appears in Gran Turismo Sport.

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Howmet TX
Supermac1961 via Wiki Commons
Can you identify this unusual car?
Volvo V40
Audi R8
Howmet TX
Lexus LC 500
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A jet car... yes, a jet car. Well, to be precise, a gas turbine. The Howmet TX was an experimental car powered by a gas turbine engine. It raced around the world, even at Le Mans in 1968 but was plagued by reliability problems.

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Buick Grand National
RegularCars
The vehicle in this image is a __________
Howmet TX
Buick Grand National
Volkswagen Beetle
Toyota Corolla
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

This '80s muscle car quickly took the fight to its more established rivals from Ford and Chevrolet, particularly the GNX edition.

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Bowler Wildcat
Tony Hisgett via Wiki Commons
Name this off-roader, please.
Bowler Wildcat
Buick Grand National
Acura Integra Coupe
Lotus Esprit V8
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Built between 1998 and 2007, the Wildcat was made by Bowler industries using a range of parts, even those from Land Rover Defenders. This all-wheel-drive off-roader is particularly light thanks to its tubular construction. Wildcats had a variety of engine options including three petrol (4, 4.6 and 5 liters V8’s) and two turbo diesel (2.2 and 2.5 liters).

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Jaguar F Type
Jaguar MENA via Wiki Commons
Stunningly beautiful, can you name this sports car?
Bowler Wildcat
Shelby Cobra
Jaguar F Type
Honda Civic Type R
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Although still operating from the United Kingdom, Jaguar is owned by the Indian company Tata, which acquired the marque in 2008. Interestingly, the iconic mascot that appears on the hood of most models is chrome plated and known as ‘The Leaper.’ The Jaguar F type first hit the market in 2013. This sports car is available as both a 2-door roadster and fastback coupe.

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Lamborghini Diablo GT
DAVIDIS FILM
Can you tell us the make and model of the vehicle in the image?
McLaren F1
Lamborghini Diablo GT ‘ 00
Ford GT40
Jaguar F Type
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Fast, loud, and brash are all adjectives that could be used to describe the Diablo. Powered by either a 5.7 or 6.0-liter V12, this sports car pushed out 595 brake horsepower.

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Chevrolet Corvette ZR1
Grant.C via Wiki Commons
The vehicle in this image is a __________.
Lamborghini Diablo GT ‘ 00
Ferrari F50
Cadillac CTS-V
Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A real looker in 1990 and still one today, the ZR-1 became a very popular Corvette model. It was powered by a 5.7-liter V8 engine that produced 375 brake horsepower.

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Subaru Impreza
Grand Parc - Bordeaux, France via Wiki Commons
Do you have any idea what this vehicle is?
Subaru Impreza
Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1
Volkswagen Beetle
Nissan Micra
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Known for its incredible handling and punchy performance, the Subaru Impreza was first introduced to the Japanese market in 1992. This car is now in its fifth generation and remains an excellent seller worldwide.

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Bently Continental GT
Edvvc via Wiki Commons
Do you know the identity of this vehicle?
Shelby Cobra
Bentley Continental GT
Subaru Impreza
Ford GT40
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

This grand tourer model has been in production from Bentley since 2003. It is available both as a 2-door fastback and a coupe. The Continental is powered by a 6.0-liter twin turbo engine capable of producing up to 600 brake horsepower.

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Mazda Miata
Eli Christman via Wiki Commons
A popular roadster, can you identify this vehicle?
Bentley Continental GT
Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1
Subaru Impreza
Mazda Miata
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Also known as the MX-5, this rear-wheel-drive roadster is as fun now as it was in the 1990s. The first generation, produced up until 1997, featured either a 1,500cc or 1,800cc engine.

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Aston Martin One-77
Supermac1961 via Wiki Commons
This hypercar is a stunner! Can you name it?
Mazda Miata
Aston Martin One-77
GMC Typhoon
Bowler Wildcat
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Powered by a 6.0-liter V12 engine and able to hit the 200 mph market, the Aston Martin One-77 should be purchased as soon as possible. Well, that is if you have $1.4 million lying around. That's fairly cheap considering it cost $2.4 million when it was first released. Or maybe you should steer clear - that's some depreciation happening there!

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EQUUS BASS 770
BBC Worldwide
Name this modern version of a muscle car.
Aston Martin One-77
Mini Cooper
AMC Gremlin
Equus Bass 770
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A modern '60s throwback, this muscle car takes design features from all the classics and packages it together with a 6.4-liter V8 LS9 engine from General Motors, which produces 640 brake horsepower. It will set you back a cool $250,000, however.

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Koenigsegg Regera
Original Productions
The vehicle in this image is a _________.
Koenigsegg Regera
Buick Grand National
Equus Bass 770
Volkswagen Golf GTI
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

If it's speed and acceleration you are after, the Koenigsegg Regera is the car for you. It can reach 62mph in an astonishing 2.8 seconds thanks to its twin-turbo 5.0-liter V8 that pushes out a staggering 1500 brake horsepower.

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Toyota 86
Motor Trend
Are you able to identify the vehicle in this image?
Lexus LC 500
Shelby Cobra
Koenigsegg Regera
Toyota 86
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

First released in 2012, the 86 is a two-door fastback coupe sports car. It is powered by a 2.0-liter straight four engine that propels the 86 to 100mph in 7.6 seconds.

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Hyundai Tiburon
Fir0002 via Wiki Commons
Can you tell us what vehicle is shown here?
Hyundai Tiburon
Toyota 86
Ford Escort
Chevrolet Cruze
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The mid-90s saw the launch of the first generation Tiburon. This 2-door sports coupe from Hyundai was popular into the turn of the new century. The second generation Tiburon included a model powered by a 2.7-liter V6 engine that produced 172 brake horsepower.

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BMW Z4
Milestoned via Wiki Commons
Identify this vehicle, please.
Howmet TX
BMW Z4
Hyundai Tiburon
Jaguar F Type
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The Z4 Roadster first hit the streets in 2002 and still forms part of the BMW fleet. Although the first generation included a convertible with a soft-top roof, this was changed to a retractable hardtop from the second generation onwards.

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Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Z51
Motor Trend
This classic has some beautiful lines. Can you identify it?
BMW Z4
Audi TT
Chevrolet Corvette Stingray
Cadillac CTS-V
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

One of the most famous marques of the Corvette is the Mk II Stingray, produced between 1963 and 1967. This classic had either a 2-speed automatic gearbox or 3-speed manual with a range of engine options including small and big block V8’s.

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DeLorean DMC-12
Carfection
You should easily identify this vehicle!
Chevrolet Corvette Stingray
DeLorean DMC-12
Hyundai Tiburon
Toyota 86
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The dream of John DeLorean, the DMC-12 had its 5 minutes of fame thanks to the "Back to the Future" movies. It remained a terrible car with sluggish performance and was only produced for a year before the company went bankrupt.

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Chrysler PT Cruiser
Wiki Commons
Can you identify the make and model of the vehicle in this image?
DeLorean DMC-12
Chevrolet Corvette Stingray
Chrysler PT Cruiser
BMW Z4
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Now part of the FIAT group, Chrysler has made some eye-catching models throughout their history. One of these, the PT Cruiser, is certainly a talking point. You either love it or hate it! Enough people loved it, however, with over 1 million sold between 2000 and 2011.

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Bugatti Chiron
Matthew Lamb via Wiki Commons
Name this hypercar, please.
Bugatti Chiron
Toyota Corolla
Ferrari F40
Chrysler PT Cruiser
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The Bugatti Chiron’s 8.0-liter 16-cylinder engine produces 1,500 brake horsepower. Its $2.9 million price tag will cause heart palpitations for your bank manager! It's probably worth it to travel at 261mph, though.

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Mitsubishi Lancer Evo VI
Brian Snelson via Wiki Commons
Are you able to identify this performance sedan?
Ford Fairmont
Holden Commodore
Mitsubishi Lancer Evo VI
Subaru Impreza
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The Evo saw the light of day in the early 1990s. This sports sedan feature front engined four-wheel drive. The Evo was not only quick but handled like a dream as well. Six different generations were produced in the 1990s.

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Alfa Romeo 4C
Motor Trend
Which vehicle is pictured here?
Alfa Romeo 4C
Mitsubishi Lancer Evo VI
Mini Cooper
Volkswagen Beetle
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

This mid-engine, rear wheel sports car was first marketed by Alfa Romeo in 2014. It is powered by a 1.75 L turbocharged engine that produces 237 brake horsepower. The 4C's top speed is 160 mph.

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