Top 20 Iconic Rally Car Races Ever
Author: RaceCarRally Staff, Updated on 4/10/2024 5:31pm

Rallye Deutschland (Germany)

The only tarmac rally on the WRC calendar, the Rallye Deutschland is known for its fast and technical stages, with drivers pushing their cars to the limit.

First run in 1982, Rallye Deutschland is one of the most prestigious rallies in the world. Drivers have to race through picturesque German villages and forests, with special stages often taking drivers through military bases and vineyards. The rally is considered a real test for drivers, as they need to be able to switch between different surfaces quickly and efficiently. Over the years, the rally has been won by some of the greatest drivers in history, including legends such as Sebastien Ogier and Marcus Gronholm.

 

Rally Finland (Finland)

Known for its high-speed jumps and narrow forest roads, Rally Finland is considered one of the most exhilarating rallies in the world.

The Rally Finland has been running since 1951 and is considered one of the most iconic rallies in the world. It is renowned for its fast stages, with drivers having to navigate their way through narrow forest roads at speeds that can reach up to 190 mph (305 kph). The rally also features some of the most spectacular jumps in the WRC, with drivers often taking flight over crests and jumps that can reach up to 30 feet (9 meters). The rally is a real test of skill and bravery, as drivers have to push their cars to the limit on some of the most challenging roads in the world. Over the years, it has been won by some of the greatest drivers in history, such as Juha Kankkunen and Tommi Mäkinen.