550e xDrive vs Mustang
BMW · Ford
1/4 Mile winner
550e xDrive
Beats the Mustang by 0.11s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the 550e xDrive beats the Mustang comfortably, finishing 0.11 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
450 hp
0–100 km/h
4.2s
4.3s
Top speed
250 km/h
250 km/h
Engine
3.0L Turbo I6 PHEV
5.0L V8
Fuel
Plug-in Hybrid
Petrol
Torque
700 Nm
530 Nm
Price
$73,500
$55,000
Simulated race times
Distance
550e xDrive
Mustang
100 m
5.397s
5.454s
1/8 mile
8.014s
8.094s
1/4 mile
12.130s
12.240s
1 km
22.060s
22.217s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Mustang is $55,000 vs $73,500 for the 550e xDrive — a $18,500 gap. Power: 550e xDrive makes 33 hp more (483 vs 450).
FAQ
Which is faster, the 550e xDrive or the Mustang?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the 550e xDrive is faster, beating the Mustang by 0.11 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the 550e xDrive vs the Mustang?
The 550e xDrive hits 100 km/h in 4.2 seconds, while the Mustang does it in 4.3 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The 550e xDrive produces 483 hp; the Mustang produces 450 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The 550e xDrive tops out at 250 km/h, and the Mustang reaches 250 km/h.
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