Exige Sport 420 vs 911 Dakar
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The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Exige Sport 420 beats the 911 Dakar by a hair, finishing 0.06 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Exige Sport 420 thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Simulated race times
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Exige Sport 420 is $95,000 vs $222,000 for the 911 Dakar — a $127,000 gap. Power: 911 Dakar makes 53 hp more (420 vs 473). 0–100 km/h: Exige Sport 420 is 0.10s quicker (3.3s vs 3.4s). Top speed: 911 Dakar runs to 240 km/h, 7 km/h higher than Exige Sport 420.
FAQ
Which is faster, the Exige Sport 420 or the 911 Dakar?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Exige Sport 420 is faster, beating the 911 Dakar by 0.06 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Exige Sport 420 vs the 911 Dakar?
The Exige Sport 420 hits 100 km/h in 3.3 seconds, while the 911 Dakar does it in 3.4 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Exige Sport 420 produces 420 hp; the 911 Dakar produces 473 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Exige Sport 420 tops out at 233 km/h, and the 911 Dakar reaches 240 km/h.
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