IS 500 F Sport Performance vs AMG CLE 53 Cabriolet
Lexus · Mercedes-Benz
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the AMG CLE 53 Cabriolet beats the IS 500 F Sport Performance comfortably, finishing 0.11 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the AMG CLE 53 Cabriolet thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Simulated race times
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: IS 500 F Sport Performance is $64,000 vs $84,000 for the AMG CLE 53 Cabriolet — a $20,000 gap. Power: IS 500 F Sport Performance makes 29 hp more (472 vs 443).
FAQ
Which is faster, the IS 500 F Sport Performance or the AMG CLE 53 Cabriolet?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the AMG CLE 53 Cabriolet is faster, beating the IS 500 F Sport Performance by 0.11 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the IS 500 F Sport Performance vs the AMG CLE 53 Cabriolet?
The IS 500 F Sport Performance hits 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds, while the AMG CLE 53 Cabriolet does it in 4.4 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The IS 500 F Sport Performance produces 472 hp; the AMG CLE 53 Cabriolet produces 443 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The IS 500 F Sport Performance tops out at 270 km/h, and the AMG CLE 53 Cabriolet reaches 270 km/h.
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