Just when everyone thought we had reached the peak of gasoline debauchery, John Hennessey came along and built what seems like a complete provocation to modern hypercars. Meet the Hennessey Demon 1700 – a purple demon with the power of a small hydroelectric plant, a brutal turbo orchestra under the hood, and the ability to teleport you a quarter mile in under eight seconds.
Hennessey Performance is a master at the game of “let’s give it a little more,” but this time they’ve gone a step further than any sane person would go. The Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170, already a real road bomb, has been transformed into something that even Lucifer himself would laugh at – the Hennessey Demon 1700. The original 6.2-liter supercharged engine has been replaced by a completely new, hand-built 7.2-liter (440 cubic inches) twin-turbo HEMI V8.
The result? With an absurd two Precision PT6870 turbochargers, this purple monster spews out incredible 1,700 horsepower (1,268 kW) and 1,900 Nm (1,400 lb-ft) of torque. Even crazier: this entire luxurious orchestra of horses is tamed by an improved Stage 3 automatic transmission equipped with a reinforced (billet) torque converter.
"Turbines on an American muscle car? It's like Chuck Norris starting ballet training."
Hennessey Demon 1700- A force that defies physics and common sense
The numbers say a lot, but the reality is even more dizzying. The Hennessey Demon 1700 covers the quarter mile in stunning speeds 7.9 seconds at final speed 282 km/h (175 mph)Yes, you read that right: less than eight seconds for 402 meters is an achievement that many a purpose-built dragster would be ashamed of.
With this achievement, the purple Demon sweeps away not only the most brutal supercars, but also electric hypercars, which are otherwise considered the undisputed kings of acceleration. Tesla Model S Plaid? Slow. Rimac Nevera? Even slower.
Surgical precision under the purple cap
Hennessey's intervention in the Hennessey Demon 1700 is much more than just a power boost. Every component is carefully planned, calculated and hand-built. Under the skin you'll find:
- Reinforced billet engine mounts so that the enormous force doesn't spill over into chaos.
- Extremely robust chassis control arms, tuned for perfect grip during acceleration.
- PTFE fuel lines, specially designed V-band joints, improved cooling and a customized computer engine management system ensure this monster breathes with its biggest lungs.
All of this allows the Demon 1700 to transfer its power to the asphalt without dramatic breakdowns, although tires are certainly the number one consumable.
The legendary Hennessey touch: over three decades of exaggeration
John Hennessey founded his workshop in 1991 with a vision to make fast cars even faster. His company's history is full of automotive legends, from the ferocious Dodge Vipers with over 1,000 horsepower to the famous Venom F5 hypercar, which approaches the 500 km/h (311 mph) mark.
The Purple Demon is the next chapter in this tradition of excess, with which Hennessey is telling the world: the gasoline engine has not yet had its last word.
An exclusive that will empty your wallet faster than a gas tank
If you've ever been tempted to write your name in automotive history, you should know that it will only be created 12 copies of this purple wonder. And more importantly: the price is as absurd as the car's capabilities.
Hennessey basic upgrade package The Demon 1700 costs around $200,000, where you must also add $100,000 for elementary Challenger SRT Demon 170 – if you can find one on the market at all. A total of around €270,000, which is enough to afford a luxury apartment by the sea or a small yacht. But let's be honest – which property will teleport you into pure adrenaline in eight seconds?
Specs that will take your breath away
| Characteristic | Data |
|---|---|
| Engine | 7.2L twin-turbo HEMI V8 |
| Power | 1,700 bhp (1,268 kW) |
| Torque | 1,400 lb-ft (1,900 Nm) |
| Acceleration (¼ mile) | 7.9 seconds @ 282 km/h |
| Gearbox | Stage 3 automatic with boost converter |
| Limited series | 12 copies |
Conclusion: the last Huron battle of gasoline madness
In a world increasingly talking about an electric future, the Hennessey Demon 1700 is actually an act of rebellion of sorts. It's the ultimate proof that there's still a place for gigantic, absurd, and gloriously unnecessary cars that inspire awe, excitement, and a little jealousy.
Yes, cheaper cars make more sense. Electric cars are more sustainable. But none of these have the charisma of the purple Demon. And perhaps that is its greatest charm – to be the last great rebel cry that says: "This will end, but not today."
(If you buy it, please invite us for a ride. We'll bring our own tires.)
