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M850i DRIVE COUPE vs Mustang Shelby GT350

BMW · Ford

1/4 Mile winner
M850i DRIVE COUPE
Beats the Mustang Shelby GT350 by 0.38s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the M850i DRIVE COUPE beats the Mustang Shelby GT350 comfortably, finishing 0.38 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the M850i DRIVE COUPE thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
523 hp
526 hp
0–100 km/h
3.7s
4s
Top speed
285 km/h
280 km/h
Engine
V8
Naturally Aspirated V8
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
750 Nm
582 Nm
Price
$108,000
$59,140

Simulated race times

Distance
M850i DRIVE COUPE
Mustang Shelby GT350
100 m
5.113s
5.294s
1/8 mile
7.560s
7.822s
1/4 mile
11.371s
11.749s
1 km
20.404s
21.023s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

If budget is the deciding factor, the Mustang Shelby GT350 is the obvious pick at $59,140 versus the M850i DRIVE COUPE's $108,000. Both are formidable. The M850i DRIVE COUPE suits buyers who prioritise balance and finesse; the Mustang Shelby GT350 appeals to those after the bigger output.

FAQ

Which is faster, the M850i DRIVE COUPE or the Mustang Shelby GT350?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the M850i DRIVE COUPE is faster, beating the Mustang Shelby GT350 by 0.38 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the M850i DRIVE COUPE vs the Mustang Shelby GT350?

The M850i DRIVE COUPE hits 100 km/h in 3.7 seconds, while the Mustang Shelby GT350 does it in 4 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The M850i DRIVE COUPE produces 523 hp; the Mustang Shelby GT350 produces 526 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The M850i DRIVE COUPE tops out at 285 km/h, and the Mustang Shelby GT350 reaches 280 km/h.

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