Hennessey Performance Engineering

Hennessey Performance based in Houston is an American vehicle tuners and other small -scale manufacturers.

Founded in 1991 by John Hennessey, product and service focus is in the production of mechanical components as well as improving the performance of the following brands: Ferrari, Porsche, McLaren, Dodge, Audi, Mercedes -Benz, Toyota, Nissan, Bentley, Ford, GMC, Jeep, Chrysler and Lexus.

Hennessey Venom GT

2010 introduced the Venom GT Hennessey Performance. The vehicle is based on the Lotus Exige, through extensive performance upgrades, the vehicle has an engine output of 914 kW ( 1244 hp) with a power to weight ratio of just 1.33 kg / kW (0.98 kg / PS). On January 21, 2013, the Venom GT could set a new acceleration record by accelerated in 13.63 seconds from zero to 300 km / hr.