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Mustang Shelby GT350 vs RS5 Sedan

Ford · Audi

1/4 Mile winner
RS5 Sedan
Beats the Mustang Shelby GT350 by 0.12s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the RS5 Sedan beats the Mustang Shelby GT350 comfortably, finishing 0.12 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the RS5 Sedan thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
526 hp
549 hp
0–100 km/h
4s
3.9s
Top speed
280 km/h
280 km/h
Engine
Naturally Aspirated V8
2.0L Turbo I4 PHEV
Fuel
Petrol
Plug-in Hybrid
Torque
582 Nm
780 Nm
Price
$59,140
$92,000

Simulated race times

Distance
Mustang Shelby GT350
RS5 Sedan
100 m
5.294s
5.234s
1/8 mile
7.822s
7.737s
1/4 mile
11.749s
11.632s
1 km
21.023s
20.853s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: Mustang Shelby GT350 is $59,140 vs $92,000 for the RS5 Sedan — a $32,860 gap. Power: RS5 Sedan makes 23 hp more (526 vs 549). 0–100 km/h: RS5 Sedan is 0.10s quicker (4s vs 3.9s).

FAQ

Which is faster, the Mustang Shelby GT350 or the RS5 Sedan?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the RS5 Sedan is faster, beating the Mustang Shelby GT350 by 0.12 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Mustang Shelby GT350 vs the RS5 Sedan?

The Mustang Shelby GT350 hits 100 km/h in 4 seconds, while the RS5 Sedan does it in 3.9 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The Mustang Shelby GT350 produces 526 hp; the RS5 Sedan produces 549 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The Mustang Shelby GT350 tops out at 280 km/h, and the RS5 Sedan reaches 280 km/h.

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