Over 0–100 km/h, 330e G20 wins (5,92 s vs 6,71 s).
Simulated drag race 0 → 1,000 m in real time. Synchronised speed counters and stopwatch. Physics calibration on 7 manufacturer measurements.
| Measure | V60 B5 AWD Geartronic | 330e G20 | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 6.71 s | 5.92 s | 0.79 s · 330e G20 |
| 400 m standing start | 14.89 s | 14.23 s | 0.66 s · 330e G20 |
| 1,000 m standing start | 27.10 s | 26.25 s | 0.85 s · 330e G20 |
| Top speed (electronically limited) | 230 km/h | 230 km/h | Same |
| Power-to-weight ratio | 6.92 kg/hp | 6.90 kg/hp | better ratio · 330e G20 |
Standing-start drag race, calibrated on manufacturer splits. The gap shows at each stage.
| Stage | V60 B5 AWD Geartronic | 330e G20 |
|---|---|---|
| 0–30 km/h | 1.82 s | 1.31 s |
| 0–50 km/h | 2.71 s | 2.22 s |
| 0–80 km/h | 4.76 s | 4.15 s |
| 0–100 km/h | 6.71 s | 5.92 s |
| 0–120 km/h | 9.04 s | 8.21 s |
| 0–160 km/h | 16.07 s | 14.85 s |
| 0–200 km/h | 29.80 s | 27.58 s |
| 400 m standing start | 14.89 s | 14.23 s |
| 1,000 m standing start | 27.10 s | 26.25 s |
| Top speed | 230 km/h | 230 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 | 253 hp | Pending |
| Torque | 350 Nm | |
| Weight | 1 752 kg | manufacturer kerb weight |
| Drivetrain | Integrale (AWD) | |
| Gearbox | 8-speed automatic 48V MHEV |
| Characteristic | Value | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 252 hp | Pending |
| Torque | 420 Nm | |
| Weight | 1 740 kg | manufacturer kerb weight |
| Drivetrain | - | |
| Gearbox | Eight-speed Steptronic transmission |
Off the line, the 330e hits 100 km/h in 5.92 s versus 6.71 s for the V60 B5 AWD Geartronic. The instant torque of 420 Nm from the electric motor makes the difference. At this point, the 330e leads by 0.79 s and sits roughly 13 m ahead.
At 200 metres, the 330e is doing 128 km/h against 125 km/h for the V60 B5 AWD Geartronic. The gap is 0.56 s. The challenger starts to claw back ground.
At 400 metres standing start, the 330e crosses the line in 14.23 s versus 14.89 s. The 0.66 s gap represents roughly 28 m of track - two to three car lengths.
Past 400 metres, the 330e continues to build its lead. At 600 metres, it runs at 175 km/h versus 172 km/h. At 1,000 metres, the 330e finishes in 26.25 s versus 27.10 s, with a 0.85 s lead. Both vehicles have similar top speeds (230 vs 230 km/h), preventing any comeback.
Both rivals share the same electronic speed cap: the V60 B5 AWD Geartronic and the 330e are governed to 230 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.
Instant electric torque gives an advantage off the line. The higher top speed of the combustion engine gives an advantage over longer distances. The distance at which one catches the other depends on the top speed differential.
In European road use (130 km/h max), both vehicles reach the legal speed limit in under 10.44 seconds. The 0.79 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, 330e G20 wins (5,92 s vs 6,71 s).
V60 B5 AWD Geartronic goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 6,71 seconds (calibrated simulation).
V60 B5 AWD Geartronic: 253 hp, ratio 6,92 kg/hp. 330e G20: 252 hp, ratio 6,90 kg/hp.
V60 B5 AWD Geartronic: 230 km/h. 330e G20: 230 km/h.