S-Class S 580 vs SQ7
Mercedes-Benz · Audi
1/4 Mile winner
SQ7
Beats the S-Class S 580 by 0.33s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the SQ7 beats the S-Class S 580 comfortably, finishing 0.33 seconds ahead. Off the line, the SQ7 is the quicker car (0–100 in 4.1s vs 4.4s) and that early lead carries to the line.
Spec head-to-head
Power
496 hp
500 hp
0–100 km/h
4.4s
4.1s
Top speed
250 km/h
250 km/h
Engine
V8
4.0L Twin-Turbo V8
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
700 Nm
770 Nm
Price
$116,000
$92,000
Simulated race times
Distance
S-Class S 580
SQ7
100 m
5.511s
5.340s
1/8 mile
8.173s
7.934s
1/4 mile
12.348s
12.020s
1 km
22.372s
21.902s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: SQ7 is $92,000 vs $116,000 for the S-Class S 580 — a $24,000 gap. 0–100 km/h: SQ7 is 0.30s quicker (4.4s vs 4.1s).
FAQ
Which is faster, the S-Class S 580 or the SQ7?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the SQ7 is faster, beating the S-Class S 580 by 0.33 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the S-Class S 580 vs the SQ7?
The S-Class S 580 hits 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds, while the SQ7 does it in 4.1 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The S-Class S 580 produces 496 hp; the SQ7 produces 500 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The S-Class S 580 tops out at 250 km/h, and the SQ7 reaches 250 km/h.
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