550e xDrive vs 300C
BMW · Chrysler
1/4 Mile winner
550e xDrive
Beats the 300C by 0.07s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the 550e xDrive beats the 300C by a hair, finishing 0.07 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the 550e xDrive thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
483 hp
485 hp
0–100 km/h
4.2s
4.3s
Top speed
250 km/h
257 km/h
Engine
3.0L Turbo I6 PHEV
V8
Fuel
Plug-in Hybrid
Petrol
Torque
700 Nm
644 Nm
Price
$73,500
$55,000
Simulated race times
Distance
550e xDrive
300C
100 m
5.397s
5.459s
1/8 mile
8.014s
8.088s
1/4 mile
12.130s
12.201s
1 km
22.060s
22.035s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: 300C is $55,000 vs $73,500 for the 550e xDrive — a $18,500 gap. Top speed: 300C runs to 257 km/h, 7 km/h higher than 550e xDrive.
FAQ
Which is faster, the 550e xDrive or the 300C?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the 550e xDrive is faster, beating the 300C by 0.07 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the 550e xDrive vs the 300C?
The 550e xDrive hits 100 km/h in 4.2 seconds, while the 300C does it in 4.3 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The 550e xDrive produces 483 hp; the 300C produces 485 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The 550e xDrive tops out at 250 km/h, and the 300C reaches 257 km/h.
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