Macan S vs Benz C-Class C 43
Porsche · Mercedes-Benz
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Benz C-Class C 43 beats the Macan S by a hair, finishing 0.06 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Benz C-Class C 43 thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Simulated race times
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Benz C-Class C 43 is $52,000 vs $75,000 for the Macan S — a $23,000 gap. Power: Benz C-Class C 43 makes 27 hp more (375 vs 402). Top speed: Macan S runs to 259 km/h, 9 km/h higher than Benz C-Class C 43.
FAQ
Which is faster, the Macan S or the Benz C-Class C 43?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Benz C-Class C 43 is faster, beating the Macan S by 0.06 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Macan S vs the Benz C-Class C 43?
The Macan S hits 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds, while the Benz C-Class C 43 does it in 4.7 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Macan S produces 375 hp; the Benz C-Class C 43 produces 402 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Macan S tops out at 259 km/h, and the Benz C-Class C 43 reaches 250 km/h.
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