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AMG SL 55 vs CT4-V Blackwing

Mercedes-Benz · Cadillac

1/4 Mile winner
AMG SL 55
Beats the CT4-V Blackwing by 0.02s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the AMG SL 55 beats the CT4-V Blackwing by a hair, finishing 0.02 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the AMG SL 55 thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
469 hp
472 hp
0–100 km/h
3.9s
3.9s
Top speed
295 km/h
290 km/h
Engine
V8
3.6L Twin-Turbo V6 Gasoline
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
700 Nm
603 Nm
Price
$140,000
$60,495

Simulated race times

Distance
AMG SL 55
CT4-V Blackwing
100 m
5.239s
5.237s
1/8 mile
7.724s
7.728s
1/4 mile
11.567s
11.588s
1 km
20.562s
20.654s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: CT4-V Blackwing is $60,495 vs $140,000 for the AMG SL 55 — a $79,505 gap. Top speed: AMG SL 55 runs to 295 km/h, 5 km/h higher than CT4-V Blackwing.

FAQ

Which is faster, the AMG SL 55 or the CT4-V Blackwing?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the AMG SL 55 is faster, beating the CT4-V Blackwing by 0.02 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the AMG SL 55 vs the CT4-V Blackwing?

The AMG SL 55 hits 100 km/h in 3.9 seconds, while the CT4-V Blackwing does it in 3.9 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The AMG SL 55 produces 469 hp; the CT4-V Blackwing produces 472 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The AMG SL 55 tops out at 295 km/h, and the CT4-V Blackwing reaches 290 km/h.

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