Q45* vs Phaeton
Infiniti · Volkswagen
1/4 Mile winner
Phaeton
Beats the Q45* by 0.13s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Phaeton beats the Q45* comfortably, finishing 0.13 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Phaeton thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
340 hp
345 hp
0–100 km/h
6.2s
6.1s
Top speed
240 km/h
250 km/h
Engine
4.5L V8
3.0L V6 Diesel / 6.0L W12 Gas
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
450 Nm
560 Nm
Price
$50,000
$85,000
Simulated race times
Distance
Q45*
Phaeton
100 m
6.420s
6.386s
1/8 mile
9.467s
9.402s
1/4 mile
14.180s
14.048s
1 km
25.219s
24.851s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Q45* is $50,000 vs $85,000 for the Phaeton — a $35,000 gap. 0–100 km/h: Phaeton is 0.10s quicker (6.2s vs 6.1s). Top speed: Phaeton runs to 250 km/h, 10 km/h higher than Q45*.
FAQ
Which is faster, the Q45* or the Phaeton?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Phaeton is faster, beating the Q45* by 0.13 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Q45* vs the Phaeton?
The Q45* hits 100 km/h in 6.2 seconds, while the Phaeton does it in 6.1 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Q45* produces 340 hp; the Phaeton produces 345 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Q45* tops out at 240 km/h, and the Phaeton reaches 250 km/h.
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