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Dawn vs Benz Maybach S 680

Rolls-Royce · Mercedes-Benz

1/4 Mile winner
Benz Maybach S 680
Beats the Dawn by 0.21s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the Benz Maybach S 680 beats the Dawn comfortably, finishing 0.21 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Benz Maybach S 680 thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
624 hp
630 hp
0–100 km/h
4.9s
4.7s
Top speed
250 km/h
250 km/h
Engine
V12
V12
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
870 Nm
1000 Nm
Price
$360,000
$200,000

Simulated race times

Distance
Dawn
Benz Maybach S 680
100 m
5.783s
5.676s
1/8 mile
8.555s
8.404s
1/4 mile
12.875s
12.667s
1 km
23.132s
22.831s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: Benz Maybach S 680 is $200,000 vs $360,000 for the Dawn — a $160,000 gap. 0–100 km/h: Benz Maybach S 680 is 0.20s quicker (4.9s vs 4.7s).

FAQ

Which is faster, the Dawn or the Benz Maybach S 680?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Benz Maybach S 680 is faster, beating the Dawn by 0.21 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Dawn vs the Benz Maybach S 680?

The Dawn hits 100 km/h in 4.9 seconds, while the Benz Maybach S 680 does it in 4.7 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The Dawn produces 624 hp; the Benz Maybach S 680 produces 630 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The Dawn tops out at 250 km/h, and the Benz Maybach S 680 reaches 250 km/h.

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