Simulation · March 2026

Automotive performance duels.

BMW M3: 3.92 s 0-100 km/h. Porsche 911 Carrera S: 3.71 s. Our physics simulation engine calculates exact timing — 0-100, VMax, 400m — from official technical specifications.

Explore duels

Create your duel

Choose two vehicles and run the physics simulation.

FIRST VEHICLE
vs
SECOND VEHICLE

Understanding performance simulation

Real physics vs manufacturer datasheet

Official timing figures (0-100 km/h, 400m) published by manufacturers are measured under ideal conditions: dry track, launch control, pre-heated tyres. Our physics simulation engine recalculates these figures from real mechanical parameters: power, torque, mass, gear ratios, drag coefficient (SCx), drivetrain efficiency and thermal management strategy. The result reflects real-world performance under normal conditions.

Electric vs combustion: different rules

An electric motor delivers 100% of its torque from 0 rpm — a decisive advantage at 0-100. But at high speed, software throttling and the rising power curve of combustion engines can reverse the equation. Our simulator models this dynamic: an electric vehicle can dominate at 0-100 and lose at 400m against a well-calibrated naturally aspirated combustion engine. That's precisely what Duel mode reveals.

How to read our results

The duel displays four metrics: 0-100 km/h (pure acceleration), VMax (top speed reached), 400m standing start (quarter-mile equivalent) and 1000m standing start. The winning vehicle on each metric is highlighted in green. The timing is accompanied by a narrative analysis generated by the simulation engine — including references to the data used (power, mass, gearbox type) for each result.

Methodology and sources

Performance: calculated by the Caralogy calibrated physics engine from official technical specifications (power hp, torque Nm, mass kg, gear ratios, SCx). Brand DQM calibration — target pass rate: 80% on homologated data. 0-100 km/h: dry track, 20°C, without launch control unless stated. VMax: electronically limited by manufacturer where applicable (e.g. 250 km/h on German makes). Results are indicative and depend on vehicle condition, load and real-world usage.

Frequently asked questions

How does the Caralogy simulation engine work?

Caralogy uses a physics simulation engine to compare two vehicles. Results (0-100 km/h, VMax, 400m, 1000m) are calculated from official technical specifications — not copied from manufacturer datasheets.

How many vehicles are available for duels?

Caralogy references over 2,000 vehicles from 40 brands, representing over 2 million possible duel combinations. The database is regularly updated with new models.

Can I compare an electric car and a combustion engine car?

Yes. The simulation engine normalises comparisons between ICE, hybrid and electric vehicles on performance metrics (acceleration, top speed, quarter mile). You can also compare their real-world running costs in Budget mode.