The Hennessey Venom is owned and produced by Hennessey Performance Engineering, an American hypercar manufacturer and high-performance vehicle builder. This company was founded by and is led by John Hennessey, who is the company's founder and CEO.
Hennessey Performance Engineering is renowned for pushing the boundaries of automotive performance. For instance, the company has demonstrated its engineering prowess by developing engines, such as one for the Venom GT, that delivered over 1,800 horsepower, significantly exceeding initial targets.
About Hennessey Performance Engineering
Hennessey Performance Engineering (HPE) has established itself as a leading name in the aftermarket automotive industry and, more recently, as a standalone hypercar manufacturer. Located in Sealy, Texas, HPE has been modifying and tuning vehicles from various manufacturers to extreme performance levels for decades.
Key aspects of Hennessey Performance Engineering:
- Founder: John Hennessey
- Specialization: Manufacturing high-performance vehicles, including hypercars like the Venom GT and Venom F5, and offering performance upgrades for a wide range of sports cars, muscle cars, and trucks.
- Innovation: Known for integrating massive power outputs with advanced aerodynamic designs and lightweight construction.
- Legacy: Holds multiple world records for speed and acceleration, cementing its reputation as a serious contender in the hypercar market.
The Hennessey Venom Lineup
The "Hennessey Venom" refers primarily to two distinct hypercar models developed by the company: the Venom GT and its successor, the Venom F5.
| Model | Debut Year | Top Speed (Claimed/Achieved) | Key Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hennessey Venom GT | 2011 | 270.49 mph (435.31 km/h) | Heavily modified Lotus Exige chassis, twin-turbo V8 engine |
| Hennessey Venom F5 | 2020 | 311 mph+ (500 km/h) goal | Custom carbon fiber chassis, "Fury" twin-turbo V8 engine, designed from ground up |
Each Hennessey Venom vehicle, once built, is then sold to individual private owners and collectors worldwide. However, the intellectual property, design, and manufacturing rights for the Hennessey Venom series remain with Hennessey Performance Engineering. This distinction is crucial: while individuals own the physical cars, the brand, its technology, and its legacy are owned by John Hennessey's company.
For more information on the company and its vehicles, you can visit the official Hennessey Performance website.
