Retro Super Cars

Best Retro Super Cars by Launch in Forza Horizon 6

Retro Super Cars is one of the most popular car categories in FH6. These five post the highest Launch ratings in the category.

Updated May 2026 Ranked by Launch · 24 cars analyzed
7.2
Best Launch
Retro Super Cars
Type
5/5 RWD
Drivetrain
950K CR
Cheapest
24
Cars in Group
#1
Rank
2003 Porsche Carrera Gt A758

2003 Porsche Carrera Gt

EPIC RETRO SUPER CARS RWD
1,710,000 CR
2003 Porsche Carrera Gt

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

Speed
7.6
Handling
6.1
Accel
6.6
Launch
7.2
Braking
7.4
Offroad
5.0
Power 605 HP
Torque 435 lb-ft
Weight 3,258 lbs
Displacement 5.73L
Front % 42%
Drivetrain RWD
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#3
Rank
1991 Jaguar Xjr-15 A716

1991 Jaguar Xjr-15

LEGENDARY RETRO SUPER CARS RWD
950,000 CR
1991 Jaguar Xjr-15

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

Speed
7.5
Handling
6.9
Accel
6.0
Launch
6.3
Braking
6.4
Offroad
5.2
Power 450 HP
Torque 420 lb-ft
Weight 2,315 lbs
Displacement 5.99L
Front % 48%
Drivetrain RWD
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#5
Rank
1997 Mclaren F1 Gt A769

1997 Mclaren F1 Gt

LEGENDARY RETRO SUPER CARS RWD
5,500,000 CR
1997 Mclaren F1 Gt

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

Speed
8.6
Handling
7.2
Accel
6.5
Launch
6.1
Braking
6.6
Offroad
4.8
Power 618 HP
Torque 480 lb-ft
Weight 2,469 lbs
Displacement 6.06L
Front % 41%
Drivetrain RWD
View full 1997 Mclaren F1 Gt 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 Launch in stock form, it has a natural advantage that's hard to overcome.

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