During that time, the speed of cars varied depending on the make, model, and year of production. However, most automobiles had top speeds ranging from 20 to 40 miles per hour.
Early cars were primarily designed for transportation rather than speed or luxury. They were often used for short distances within cities or towns, where high speeds were unnecessary and potentially dangerous due to poor road conditions and limited traffic control.
Here are some average speeds of notable car models from around 100 years ago:
- Stanley Rocket (1906): 127 miles per hour (204 km/h)
- Benz Velo (1907): 75 miles per hour (120 km/h)
- Darracq Grand Prix (1905): 65 miles per hour (104 km/h)
- Ford Model A (1903): 30 miles per hour (48 km/h)
- Oldsmobile Curved Dash (1901): 20 miles per hour (32 km/h)
As automotive technology advanced and roads improved, car speeds gradually increased over the years. Today's modern vehicles are capable of reaching much higher speeds, with some supercars capable of exceeding 200 miles per hour (320 km/h).
