AMG A 45 S vs M2 CS
Mercedes-Benz · BMW
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the AMG A 45 S beats the M2 CS by a hair, finishing 0.07 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the AMG A 45 S thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Simulated race times
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: AMG A 45 S is $75,000 vs $83,000 for the M2 CS — a $8,000 gap. Power: M2 CS makes 23 hp more (421 vs 444). 0–100 km/h: AMG A 45 S is 0.10s quicker (3.9s vs 4s). Top speed: M2 CS runs to 280 km/h, 10 km/h higher than AMG A 45 S.
FAQ
Which is faster, the AMG A 45 S or the M2 CS?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the AMG A 45 S is faster, beating the M2 CS by 0.07 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the AMG A 45 S vs the M2 CS?
The AMG A 45 S hits 100 km/h in 3.9 seconds, while the M2 CS does it in 4 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The AMG A 45 S produces 421 hp; the M2 CS produces 444 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The AMG A 45 S tops out at 270 km/h, and the M2 CS reaches 280 km/h.
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