Benz GLC 43 vs Skyline 400R

Mercedes-Benz · Nissan

1/4 Mile winner

Skyline 400R

Beats the Benz GLC 43 by 0.21s

The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the Skyline 400R beats the Benz GLC 43 comfortably, finishing 0.21 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Skyline 400R thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power

402 hp

400 hp

0–100 km/h

4.7s

4.5s

Top speed

250 km/h

Engine

3.0L Twin-Turbo V6

Fuel

Petrol

Torque

520 Nm

475 Nm

Price

$54,000

$70,000

Simulated race times

Distance

Benz GLC 43

Skyline 400R

100 m

5.676s

5.566s

1/8 mile

8.404s

8.251s

1/4 mile

12.667s

12.456s

1 km

22.831s

22.526s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: Benz GLC 43 is $54,000 vs $70,000 for the Skyline 400R — a $16,000 gap. 0–100 km/h: Skyline 400R is 0.20s quicker (4.7s vs 4.5s).

FAQ

Which is faster, the Benz GLC 43 or the Skyline 400R?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Skyline 400R is faster, beating the Benz GLC 43 by 0.21 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Benz GLC 43 vs the Skyline 400R?

The Benz GLC 43 hits 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds, while the Skyline 400R does it in 4.5 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The Benz GLC 43 produces 402 hp; the Skyline 400R produces 400 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The Benz GLC 43 tops out at 250 km/h, and the Skyline 400R reaches 250 km/h.

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