Over 0–100 km/h, Mustang GT 449 wins (4,58 s vs 4,69 s).
Simulated drag race 0 → 1,000 m in real time. Synchronised speed counters and stopwatch. Physics calibration on 7 manufacturer measurements.
| Measure | Mustang GT 449 | M4 Convertible F82 | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 4.58 s | 4.69 s | 0.10 s · Mustang GT 449 |
| 400 m standing start | 12.48 s | 12.65 s | 0.17 s · Mustang GT 449 |
| 1,000 m standing start | 22.20 s | 22.52 s | 0.32 s · Mustang GT 449 |
| Top speed (electronically limited) | 250 km/h | 250 km/h | Same |
| Power-to-weight ratio | 3.88 kg/hp | 4.15 kg/hp | better ratio · Mustang GT 449 |
Standing-start drag race, calibrated on manufacturer splits. The gap shows at each stage.
| Stage | Mustang GT 449 | M4 Convertible F82 |
|---|---|---|
| 0–30 km/h | 1.39 s | 1.38 s · tight gap |
| 0–50 km/h | 2.29 s · tight gap | 2.29 s |
| 0–80 km/h | 3.61 s · tight gap | 3.63 s |
| 0–100 km/h | 4.58 s · tight gap | 4.69 s |
| 0–120 km/h | 5.75 s | 5.96 s |
| 0–160 km/h | 8.94 s | 9.29 s |
| 0–200 km/h | 13.47 s | 14.14 s |
| 400 m standing start | 12.48 s | 12.65 s |
| 1,000 m standing start | 22.20 s | 22.52 s |
| Top speed limited | 250 km/h | 250 km/h |
Physics model calibrated on manufacturer splits. The limited top speed is not the real aerodynamic top speed of the vehicles.
Manufacturer technical specifications. The power-to-weight ratio is the key physical factor in a drag race.
| Characteristic | Value | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 455 hp | Pending |
| Torque | 542 Nm | |
| Weight | 1 764 kg | manufacturer kerb weight |
| Drivetrain | - | |
| Gearbox | 6-speed manual |
| Characteristic | Value | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 431 hp | 6 cyl |
| Torque | 550 Nm | |
| Weight | 1 790 kg | manufacturer kerb weight |
| Drivetrain | - | |
| Gearbox | 6-speed manual (7-speed M Steptronic with double clutch and Drivelogic) |
Off the line, the Mustang GT 449 hits 100 km/h in 4.59 s versus 4.69 s for the M4 Convertible. The 0.10 s gap is negligible: both vehicles are neck and neck.
At 200 metres, the Mustang GT 449 is doing 154 km/h against 151 km/h for the M4 Convertible. The gap is 0.09 s. The gap remains stable from the start.
At 400 metres standing start, the Mustang GT 449 crosses the line in 12.48 s versus 12.64 s. The 0.16 s gap represents roughly 9 m of track - barely a car length.
Past 400 metres, the Mustang GT 449 continues to build its lead. At 600 metres, it runs at 216 km/h versus 213 km/h. At 1,000 metres, the Mustang GT 449 finishes in 22.20 s versus 22.51 s, with a 0.32 s lead. Both vehicles have similar top speeds (250 (i.e. 155 mph - industry threshold) vs 250 (i.e. 155 mph - industry threshold) km/h), preventing any comeback.
Both rivals share the same electronic speed cap: the Mustang GT 449 and the M4 Convertible are governed to 250 (i.e. 155 mph - industry threshold) km/h. At that speed, standard-fit tyres approach their safety threshold - an industrial ceiling common to most electric vehicles in this segment. Neither car shows its true aerodynamic potential in this duel.
With two combustion powertrains, the difference comes down to power-to-weight ratio (3.88 kg/hp vs 4.15 kg/hp) and transmission (Manual vs Automatic).
In European road use (130 km/h max), both vehicles reach the legal speed limit in under 6.66 seconds. The 0.10 s difference in 0 to 100 km/h is mostly felt in motorway merging and overtaking.
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Over 0–100 km/h, Mustang GT 449 wins (4,58 s vs 4,69 s).
Mustang GT 449 goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 4,58 seconds (calibrated simulation).
Mustang GT 449: 455 hp, ratio 3,88 kg/hp. M4 Convertible F82: 431 hp, ratio 4,15 kg/hp.
Mustang GT 449: 250 km/h. M4 Convertible F82: 250 km/h.