Classic Sports Cars

Best Classic Sports Cars by Offroad in Forza Horizon 5

Classic Sports Cars is one of the most popular car categories in FH5. These five post the highest Offroad ratings in the category.

Updated February 2025 Ranked by Offroad · 17 cars analyzed
6.0
Best Offroad
Classic Sports Cars
Type
5/5 RWD
Drivetrain
25K CR
Cheapest
17
Cars in Group
#2
Rank
1965 Toyota Sports 800 D246

1965 Toyota Sports 800

RARE CLASSIC SPORTS CARS RWD
250,000 CR
1965 Toyota Sports 800

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

Speed
3.1
Handling
4.6
Accel
1.8
Launch
2.3
Braking
2.9
Offroad
5.9
Power 44 HP
Torque 49 lb-ft
Weight
Displacement 0.79L
Front % 50%
Drivetrain RWD
View full 1965 Toyota Sports 800 details →
#3
Rank
1976 Volkswagen Sp-2 D252

1976 Volkswagen Sp-2

RARE CLASSIC SPORTS CARS RWD
250,000 CR
1976 Volkswagen Sp-2

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

Speed
3.7
Handling
3.8
Accel
1.7
Launch
2.0
Braking
2.1
Offroad
5.9
Power 75 HP
Torque 96 lb-ft
Weight 1,962 lbs
Displacement 1.68L
Front % 44%
Drivetrain RWD
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#4
Rank
1973 Bmw 2002 Turbo C531

1973 Bmw 2002 Turbo

LEGENDARY CLASSIC SPORTS CARS RWD
25,000 CR
1973 Bmw 2002 Turbo

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

Speed
4.9
Handling
4.1
Accel
3.8
Launch
1.5
Braking
2.8
Offroad
5.8
Power 168 HP
Torque 181 lb-ft
Weight 2,381 lbs
Displacement 1.99L
Front % 54%
Drivetrain RWD
View full 1973 Bmw 2002 Turbo details →
#5
Rank
1960 Chevrolet Corvette C541

1960 Chevrolet Corvette

EPIC CLASSIC SPORTS CARS RWD
150,000 CR
1960 Chevrolet Corvette

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

Speed
5.4
Handling
3.8
Accel
3.6
Launch
2.8
Braking
2.5
Offroad
5.8
Power 290 HP
Torque 280 lb-ft
Weight 3,080 lbs
Displacement 4.64L
Front % 55%
Drivetrain RWD
View full 1960 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Offroad in stock form, it has a natural advantage that's hard to overcome.

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Why Offroad Matters

In Forza Horizon 5, the Offroad stat reflects traction and control on loose surfaces. Cross-country and dirt events demand cars that stay composed off-tarmac.

All five cars on this list are RWD. This layout dominates the Offroad rankings thanks to its mechanical advantages.

Budget vs. Premium Picks

If you're just starting out, the 1960 Chevrolet Corvette at 150,000 CR is a strong entry point. The 1973 Nissan Skyline H/T 2000gt-R leads at 6.0 Offroad, but costs 170,000 CR.