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RS5 Sedan vs Mustang Shelby GT350

Audi · Ford

1/4 Mile winner
RS5 Sedan
Beats the Mustang Shelby GT350 by 0.12s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the RS5 Sedan beats the Mustang Shelby GT350 comfortably, finishing 0.12 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the RS5 Sedan thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
549 hp
526 hp
0–100 km/h
3.9s
4s
Top speed
280 km/h
280 km/h
Engine
2.0L Turbo I4 PHEV
Naturally Aspirated V8
Fuel
Plug-in Hybrid
Petrol
Torque
780 Nm
582 Nm
Price
$92,000
$59,140

Simulated race times

Distance
RS5 Sedan
Mustang Shelby GT350
100 m
5.234s
5.294s
1/8 mile
7.737s
7.822s
1/4 mile
11.632s
11.749s
1 km
20.853s
21.023s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: Mustang Shelby GT350 is $59,140 vs $92,000 for the RS5 Sedan — a $32,860 gap. Power: RS5 Sedan makes 23 hp more (549 vs 526). 0–100 km/h: RS5 Sedan is 0.10s quicker (3.9s vs 4s).

FAQ

Which is faster, the RS5 Sedan or the Mustang Shelby GT350?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the RS5 Sedan is faster, beating the Mustang Shelby GT350 by 0.12 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the RS5 Sedan vs the Mustang Shelby GT350?

The RS5 Sedan hits 100 km/h in 3.9 seconds, while the Mustang Shelby GT350 does it in 4 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The RS5 Sedan produces 549 hp; the Mustang Shelby GT350 produces 526 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The RS5 Sedan tops out at 280 km/h, and the Mustang Shelby GT350 reaches 280 km/h.

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