Duelli di prestazioni automobilistiche.

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.

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