AMG A 45 S vs RC F
Mercedes-Benz · Lexus
1/4 Mile winner
AMG A 45 S
Beats the RC F by 0.34s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the AMG A 45 S beats the RC F comfortably, finishing 0.34 seconds ahead. Off the line, the AMG A 45 S is the quicker car (0–100 in 3.9s vs 4.2s) and that early lead carries to the line.
Spec head-to-head
Power
421 hp
472 hp
0–100 km/h
3.9s
4.2s
Top speed
270 km/h
270 km/h
Engine
I4 Turbo
V8
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
500 Nm
535 Nm
Price
$75,000
$70,000
Simulated race times
Distance
AMG A 45 S
RC F
100 m
5.231s
5.408s
1/8 mile
7.747s
7.996s
1/4 mile
11.681s
12.024s
1 km
21.071s
21.568s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: RC F is $70,000 vs $75,000 for the AMG A 45 S — a $5,000 gap. Power: RC F makes 51 hp more (421 vs 472). 0–100 km/h: AMG A 45 S is 0.30s quicker (3.9s vs 4.2s).
FAQ
Which is faster, the AMG A 45 S or the RC F?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the AMG A 45 S is faster, beating the RC F by 0.34 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the AMG A 45 S vs the RC F?
The AMG A 45 S hits 100 km/h in 3.9 seconds, while the RC F does it in 4.2 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The AMG A 45 S produces 421 hp; the RC F produces 472 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The AMG A 45 S tops out at 270 km/h, and the RC F reaches 270 km/h.
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