S3 Sedan vs AMG A 35
Audi · Mercedes-Benz
1/4 Mile winner
AMG A 35
Beats the S3 Sedan by 0.10s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the AMG A 35 beats the S3 Sedan comfortably, finishing 0.10 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the AMG A 35 thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
306 hp
306 hp
0–100 km/h
4.8s
4.7s
Top speed
250 km/h
250 km/h
Engine
I4
I4 Turbo
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
400 Nm
400 Nm
Price
$52,000
$60,000
Simulated race times
Distance
S3 Sedan
AMG A 35
100 m
5.730s
5.676s
1/8 mile
8.480s
8.404s
1/4 mile
12.772s
12.667s
1 km
22.982s
22.831s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: S3 Sedan is $52,000 vs $60,000 for the AMG A 35 — a $8,000 gap.
FAQ
Which is faster, the S3 Sedan or the AMG A 35?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the AMG A 35 is faster, beating the S3 Sedan by 0.10 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the S3 Sedan vs the AMG A 35?
The S3 Sedan hits 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds, while the AMG A 35 does it in 4.7 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The S3 Sedan produces 306 hp; the AMG A 35 produces 306 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The S3 Sedan tops out at 250 km/h, and the AMG A 35 reaches 250 km/h.
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