S-Class S 500 vs GT 53
Mercedes-Benz · Mercedes-Benz
1/4 Mile winner
GT 53
Beats the S-Class S 500 by 0.42s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the GT 53 beats the S-Class S 500 comfortably, finishing 0.42 seconds ahead. Off the line, the GT 53 is the quicker car (0–100 in 4.5s vs 4.9s) and that early lead carries to the line.
Spec head-to-head
Power
429 hp
429 hp
0–100 km/h
4.9s
4.5s
Top speed
250 km/h
250 km/h
Engine
V6
V6
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
700 Nm
700 Nm
Price
$109,000
$99,000
Simulated race times
Distance
S-Class S 500
GT 53
100 m
5.783s
5.566s
1/8 mile
8.555s
8.251s
1/4 mile
12.875s
12.456s
1 km
23.132s
22.526s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: GT 53 is $99,000 vs $109,000 for the S-Class S 500 — a $10,000 gap. 0–100 km/h: GT 53 is 0.40s quicker (4.9s vs 4.5s).
FAQ
Which is faster, the S-Class S 500 or the GT 53?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the GT 53 is faster, beating the S-Class S 500 by 0.42 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the S-Class S 500 vs the GT 53?
The S-Class S 500 hits 100 km/h in 4.9 seconds, while the GT 53 does it in 4.5 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The S-Class S 500 produces 429 hp; the GT 53 produces 429 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The S-Class S 500 tops out at 250 km/h, and the GT 53 reaches 250 km/h.
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