LS 500 vs Skyline
Lexus · Nissan
1/4 Mile winner
LS 500
Beats the Skyline by 0.00s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the LS 500 beats the Skyline by a hair, finishing 0.00 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the LS 500 thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
416 hp
400 hp
0–100 km/h
5s
5s
Top speed
250 km/h
250 km/h
Engine
V6 Twin-Turbo
3.0L V6 Twin-Turbo
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
600 Nm
475 Nm
Price
$80,000
$50,000
Simulated race times
Distance
LS 500
Skyline
100 m
5.836s
5.836s
1/8 mile
8.629s
8.629s
1/4 mile
12.977s
12.977s
1 km
23.281s
23.281s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Skyline is $50,000 vs $80,000 for the LS 500 — a $30,000 gap. Power: LS 500 makes 16 hp more (416 vs 400).
FAQ
Which is faster, the LS 500 or the Skyline?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the LS 500 is faster, beating the Skyline by 0.00 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the LS 500 vs the Skyline?
The LS 500 hits 100 km/h in 5 seconds, while the Skyline does it in 5 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The LS 500 produces 416 hp; the Skyline produces 400 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The LS 500 tops out at 250 km/h, and the Skyline reaches 250 km/h.
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