M5 Touring vs Mustang Shelby GT500
BMW · Ford
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the M5 Touring beats the Mustang Shelby GT500 by a hair, finishing 0.07 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the M5 Touring thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Simulated race times
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Mustang Shelby GT500 is $79,420 vs $127,000 for the M5 Touring — a $47,580 gap. Power: Mustang Shelby GT500 makes 43 hp more (717 vs 760). Top speed: M5 Touring runs to 305 km/h, 15 km/h higher than Mustang Shelby GT500.
FAQ
Which is faster, the M5 Touring or the Mustang Shelby GT500?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the M5 Touring is faster, beating the Mustang Shelby GT500 by 0.07 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the M5 Touring vs the Mustang Shelby GT500?
The M5 Touring hits 100 km/h in 3.5 seconds, while the Mustang Shelby GT500 does it in 3.5 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The M5 Touring produces 717 hp; the Mustang Shelby GT500 produces 760 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The M5 Touring tops out at 305 km/h, and the Mustang Shelby GT500 reaches 290 km/h.
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