What was the fastest car in 1932?

The Duesenberg Model SJ, with its supercharged engine, was the fastest American car in 1932, reaching a top speed of approximately 140 mph. While some later custom hot rods based on the 1932 Ford chassis, such as the “Dragon” hot rod, could also reach speeds around 140 mph, they were modified and not representative of the factory production speed of the 1932 model year.
 
This video shows a 1932 hot rod reaching speeds of 140mph: 1mRidiculous RidesYouTube · Feb 18, 2021
Duesenberg Model SJ (1932)

• Top Speed: 140 mph 
• Engine: A supercharged version of the 6.9-liter, double overhead camshaft, straight-eight engine. 
• Significance: It was the top American supercar of its time and one of the most powerful cars available. 

This video discusses the history of a 1932 Ford hot rod that reached near 200mph: 27sCarfectionYouTube · Sep 25, 2014
Other notable mentions

• 1932 Ford V-8: Opens in new tabThe introduction of the Ford V8 engine in 1932 gave the lightweight Deuce a max speed of around 85 mph, which was impressive for its class and became a popular choice for hot rod builders and getaway drivers. 
• Custom Hot Rods: Opens in new tabA modified 1932 Ford Roadster known as the “Dragon” was capable of reaching speeds close to 140 mph, though this required a skilled driver and was a “white-knuckle experience” due to the car’s extreme nature and lack of modern safety features. 

What was 1932 known for?

One of the worst years of the Great Depression, when one in four Americans lacked work and nearly 9,000 banks had failed, 1932 brought the election of Franklin D. Roosevelt to the U.S. presidency for the first of his four terms.

What was a popular car in the 1930s?

The 1932-1935 Graham Blue Streak was a trend setter for the American auto industry during the Depression-era. Its cutting-edge design and performance made the Blue Streak one of the most popular cars at the time.

What cars were available in 1932?

Pages in category “Cars introduced in 1932”

• Adler Primus.
• Adler Trumpf.
• Alfa Romeo P3.
• Alvis Firefly.
• Alvis Speed 20.
• Austin 10.