Civic Type R vs Panamera Base
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The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Panamera Base beats the Civic Type R by a hair, finishing 0.07 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Panamera Base thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Simulated race times
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Civic Type R is $44,000 vs $92,300 for the Panamera Base — a $48,300 gap. Power: Panamera Base makes 10 hp more (315 vs 325). 0–100 km/h: Panamera Base is 0.10s quicker (5.7s vs 5.6s). Top speed: Civic Type R runs to 272 km/h, 7 km/h higher than Panamera Base.
FAQ
Which is faster, the Civic Type R or the Panamera Base?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Panamera Base is faster, beating the Civic Type R by 0.07 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Civic Type R vs the Panamera Base?
The Civic Type R hits 100 km/h in 5.7 seconds, while the Panamera Base does it in 5.6 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Civic Type R produces 315 hp; the Panamera Base produces 325 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Civic Type R tops out at 272 km/h, and the Panamera Base reaches 265 km/h.
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