M45* vs A8
Infiniti · Audi
1/4 Mile winner
A8
Beats the M45* by 0.10s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the A8 beats the M45* by a hair, finishing 0.10 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the A8 thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
325 hp
335 hp
0–100 km/h
5.8s
5.7s
Top speed
250 km/h
250 km/h
Engine
4.5L V8
V6
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
451 Nm
600 Nm
Price
$50,000
$86,000
Simulated race times
Distance
M45*
A8
100 m
6.241s
6.192s
1/8 mile
9.198s
9.129s
1/4 mile
13.765s
13.669s
1 km
24.434s
24.293s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: M45* is $50,000 vs $86,000 for the A8 — a $36,000 gap. Power: A8 makes 10 hp more (325 vs 335).
FAQ
Which is faster, the M45* or the A8?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the A8 is faster, beating the M45* by 0.10 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the M45* vs the A8?
The M45* hits 100 km/h in 5.8 seconds, while the A8 does it in 5.7 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The M45* produces 325 hp; the A8 produces 335 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The M45* tops out at 250 km/h, and the A8 reaches 250 km/h.
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