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X5 M COMPETITION vs Mustang Shelby GT350

BMW · Ford

1/4 Mile winner
Mustang Shelby GT350
Beats the X5 M COMPETITION by 0.09s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the Mustang Shelby GT350 beats the X5 M COMPETITION by a hair, finishing 0.09 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Mustang Shelby GT350 thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
523 hp
526 hp
0–100 km/h
4.1s
4s
Top speed
285 km/h
280 km/h
Engine
V8
Naturally Aspirated V8
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
750 Nm
582 Nm
Price
$114,000
$59,140

Simulated race times

Distance
X5 M COMPETITION
Mustang Shelby GT350
100 m
5.356s
5.294s
1/8 mile
7.901s
7.822s
1/4 mile
11.842s
11.749s
1 km
21.092s
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 X5 M COMPETITION's $114,000. Both are formidable. The X5 M COMPETITION suits buyers who prioritise balance and finesse; the Mustang Shelby GT350 appeals to those after the bigger output.

FAQ

Which is faster, the X5 M COMPETITION or the Mustang Shelby GT350?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Mustang Shelby GT350 is faster, beating the X5 M COMPETITION by 0.09 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the X5 M COMPETITION vs the Mustang Shelby GT350?

The X5 M COMPETITION hits 100 km/h in 4.1 seconds, while the Mustang Shelby GT350 does it in 4 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The X5 M COMPETITION produces 523 hp; the Mustang Shelby GT350 produces 526 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The X5 M COMPETITION tops out at 285 km/h, and the Mustang Shelby GT350 reaches 280 km/h.

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