BMW 5 Series Sedan (F10)
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BMW 5 Series Sedan (F10) 550i V8 · Stage 2vsBMW 5 Series Sedan (F10) 550i V8 · Stage 3vsBMW 5 Series Sedan (F10) 550i V8 · Stage 1vsBMW 5 Series Sedan (F10) 550i V8
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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550i V8 (Stage 3)
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550i V8 (Stage 1)
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550i V8
Comparison overview
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BMW 5 Series Sedan (F10) 550i V8 (Stage 2) 529 hp
- Fastest top speed295 km/h183 mph Unrestricted280 km/h174 mph Restricted
- Lightest1,900 kg4,189 lb
- Lowest combined fuel consumption11.0 L/100 km21.4 mpg US25.7 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption16.4 L/100 km14.3 mpg US17.2 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption7.9 L/100 km29.8 mpg US35.8 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions257 g/km
- Best estimated range636 km395 mi
- Largest trunk520 L
- Best economy score77/100
- Best practicality score76/100
BMW 5 Series Sedan (F10) 550i V8 (Stage 3) 611 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h3.7 s
- Most powerful611 hp455 kW
- Highest torque930 Nm686 lb-ft
- Best power-to-weight321 hp/t240 kW/t3.1 kg/hp
- Best overall score85/100
- Best performance score89/100
Specification comparison
| Model | BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 2)529 hp | BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 3)611 hp | BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 1)480 hp | BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8407 hp |
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| Power | 529hp395kW+122 hp | 611hp455kW+204 hp | 480hp358kW+73 hp | 407hp304kW |
| Torque | 810Nm597lb-ft+210 Nm | 930Nm686lb-ft+330 Nm | 732Nm540lb-ft+132 Nm | 600Nm443lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,900kg4,189lb | 1,900kg4,189lb | 1,900kg4,189lb | 1,900kg4,189lb |
| Gross weight | 2,500kg5,512lb | 2,500kg5,512lb | 2,500kg5,512lb | 2,500kg5,512lb |
| Top speed | Unrestricted 295 km/h183 mph Restricted 280 km/h174 mph Calculated | 292 km/h 181 mph | 273 km/h 170 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 42.9s99% target: 292 km/h / 181 mph-5.5 s Calculated | 36.4s99% target: 289 km/h / 180 mph-12.0 s Calculated | 43.0s99% target: 270 km/h / 168 mph-5.5 s Calculated | 48.5s99% target: 262 km/h / 163 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.1s-0.7 s | 3.7s-1.1 s | 4.3s-0.5 s | 4.8s |
| 0-200 km/h | 10.9s-3.6 s Calculated | 9.8s-4.7 s Calculated | 12.4s-2.1 s Calculated | 14.5s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 3.9s-0.7 s Calculated | 3.6s-1.0 s Calculated | 4.1s-0.4 s Calculated | 4.6s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 11L/100 km21.4mpg US25.7mpg UK | 11L/100 km21.4mpg US25.7mpg UK | 11L/100 km21.4mpg US25.7mpg UK | 11L/100 km21.4mpg US25.7mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 16.4L/100 km14.3mpg US17.2mpg UK | 16.4L/100 km14.3mpg US17.2mpg UK | 16.4L/100 km14.3mpg US17.2mpg UK | 16.4L/100 km14.3mpg US17.2mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 7.9L/100 km29.8mpg US35.8mpg UK | 7.9L/100 km29.8mpg US35.8mpg UK | 7.9L/100 km29.8mpg US35.8mpg UK | 7.9L/100 km29.8mpg US35.8mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 11.7s-1.0 s Calculated | 11.3s-1.5 s Calculated | 12.1s-0.6 s Calculated | 12.7s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 278hp/t208kW/t126hp/1000 lb Calculated | 321hp/t240kW/t146hp/1000 lb Calculated | 253hp/t188kW/t115hp/1000 lb Calculated | 214hp/t160kW/t97hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 426Nm/t285lb-ft/ton Calculated | 489Nm/t328lb-ft/ton Calculated | 385Nm/t258lb-ft/ton Calculated | 316Nm/t211lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 636km395mi Calculated | 636km395mi Calculated | 636km395mi Calculated | 636km395mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 4,395cc268cu in | 4,395cc268cu in | 4,395cc268cu in | 4,395cc268cu in |
| Length | 4,899mm193in | 4,899mm193in | 4,899mm193in | 4,899mm193in |
| Width | 1,860mm73in | 1,860mm73in | 1,860mm73in | 1,860mm73in |
| Height | 1,464mm58in | 1,464mm58in | 1,464mm58in | 1,464mm58in |
| Wheelbase | 2,968mm117in | 2,968mm117in | 2,968mm117in | 2,968mm117in |
| Front track | 1,600mm63in | 1,600mm63in | 1,600mm63in | 1,600mm63in |
| Rear track | 1,627mm64in | 1,627mm64in | 1,627mm64in | 1,627mm64in |
| Ground clearance | 141mm6in | 141mm6in | 141mm6in | 141mm6in |
| Trunk volume | 520L | 520L | 520L | 520L |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 70L | 70L | 70L | 70L |
| CO2 emissions | 257g/km | 257g/km | 257g/km | 257g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- BMW 5 Series Sedan (F10) 550i V8 (Stage 2) 529 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 5 Series Sedan (F10) 550i V8 (Stage 3) 611 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 5 Series Sedan (F10) 550i V8 (Stage 1) 480 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 5 Series Sedan (F10) 550i V8 407 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 2)529 hp | 5,500-6,400 rpm | 1,750-4,500 rpm | 6,650 rpm |
| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 3)611 hp | 5,500-6,400 rpm | 1,750-4,500 rpm | 6,650 rpm |
| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 1)480 hp | 5,500-6,400 rpm | 1,750-4,500 rpm | 6,650 rpm |
| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8407 hp | 5,500-6,400 rpm | 1,750-4,500 rpm | 6,650 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 2)529 hp | BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 3)611 hp | BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 1)480 hp | BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8407 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 3.9 s | 3.6 s | 4.1 s | 4.6 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 4.1 s | 3.7 s | 4.3 s | 4.8 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 10.9 s | 9.8 s | 12.4 s | 14.5 s |
| Top speed | Unrestricted 295 km/h183 mph Restricted 280 km/h174 mph Likely limited | 292 km/h 181 mph | 273 km/h 170 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Likely limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.2 s | 2.1 s | 2.2 s | 2.3 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.4 s | 5.2 s | 5.5 s | 5.7 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 7.9 s | 7.6 s | 8.1 s | 8.5 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 10.0 s | 9.6 s | 10.3 s | 10.8 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 11.7 s | 11.3 s | 12.1 s | 12.7 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 208 km/h 129 mph | 216 km/h 134 mph | 198 km/h 123 mph | 188 km/h 117 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 2)529 hp | 529 hp 395 kW |
| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 3)611 hp | 611 hp 455 kW |
| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 1)480 hp | 480 hp 358 kW |
| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8407 hp | 407 hp 304 kW |
BMW 5 Series Sedan (F10) 550i V8 (Stage 3) 611 hp has 204 hp more than BMW 5 Series Sedan (F10) 550i V8 407 hp.
The biggest power difference is between BMW 5 Series Sedan (F10) 550i V8 407 hp and BMW 5 Series Sedan (F10) 550i V8 (Stage 3) 611 hp: 204 hp (152 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 2)529 hp | 810 Nm 597 lb-ft |
| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 3)611 hp | 930 Nm 686 lb-ft |
| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 1)480 hp | 732 Nm 540 lb-ft |
| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8407 hp | 600 Nm 443 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 2)529 hp | 1,900 kg 4,189 lb |
| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 3)611 hp | 1,900 kg 4,189 lb |
| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 1)480 hp | 1,900 kg 4,189 lb |
| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8407 hp | 1,900 kg 4,189 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 2)529 hp | Unrestricted 295 km/h183 mph Restricted 280 km/h174 mph |
| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 3)611 hp | 292 km/h 181 mph |
| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 1)480 hp | 273 km/h 170 mph |
| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8407 hp | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 2)529 hp | 4.1 s |
| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 3)611 hp | 3.7 s |
| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 1)480 hp | 4.3 s |
| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8407 hp | 4.8 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between BMW 5 Series Sedan (F10) 550i V8 (Stage 3) 611 hp and BMW 5 Series Sedan (F10) 550i V8 407 hp: 1.1 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are BMW 5 Series Sedan (F10) 550i V8 (Stage 2) 529 hp and BMW 5 Series Sedan (F10) 550i V8 (Stage 1) 480 hp, separated by only 0.3 s.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 2)529 hp | 11.0 L/100 km 21.4 mpg US 25.7 mpg UK |
| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 3)611 hp | 11.0 L/100 km 21.4 mpg US 25.7 mpg UK |
| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 1)480 hp | 11.0 L/100 km 21.4 mpg US 25.7 mpg UK |
| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8407 hp | 11.0 L/100 km 21.4 mpg US 25.7 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 2)529 hp | 278 hp/t 208 kW/t 3.6 kg/hp |
| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 3)611 hp | 321 hp/t 240 kW/t 3.1 kg/hp |
| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 1)480 hp | 253 hp/t 188 kW/t 4.0 kg/hp |
| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8407 hp | 214 hp/t 160 kW/t 4.7 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 2)529 hp | 636 km 395 mi |
| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 3)611 hp | 636 km 395 mi |
| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 1)480 hp | 636 km 395 mi |
| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8407 hp | 636 km 395 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 2)529 hp | 529 hp 395 kW | 4.1 s | Unrestricted 295 km/h183 mph Restricted 280 km/h174 mph |
| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 3)611 hp | 611 hp 455 kW | 3.7 s | 292 km/h 181 mph |
| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 1)480 hp | 480 hp 358 kW | 4.3 s | 273 km/h 170 mph |
| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8407 hp | 407 hp 304 kW | 4.8 s | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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Performance vs fuel economy
Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 2)529 hp |
| 11.0 L/100 km 21.4 mpg US 25.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 3)611 hp |
| 11.0 L/100 km 21.4 mpg US 25.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 1)480 hp |
| 11.0 L/100 km 21.4 mpg US 25.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8407 hp |
| 11.0 L/100 km 21.4 mpg US 25.7 mpg UK | ||||||
BMW 5 Series Sedan (F10) 550i V8 (Stage 3) 611 hp is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Acceleration vs fuel consumption
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
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| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 2)529 hp | 11.0 L/100 km 21.4 mpg US 25.7 mpg UK | 4.1 s |
| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 3)611 hp | 11.0 L/100 km 21.4 mpg US 25.7 mpg UK | 3.7 s |
| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 1)480 hp | 11.0 L/100 km 21.4 mpg US 25.7 mpg UK | 4.3 s |
| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8407 hp | 11.0 L/100 km 21.4 mpg US 25.7 mpg UK | 4.8 s |
Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
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| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 2)529 hp | 278 hp/t 208 kW/t 3.6 kg/hp | 11.0 L/100 km 21.4 mpg US 25.7 mpg UK |
| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 3)611 hp | 321 hp/t 240 kW/t 3.1 kg/hp | 11.0 L/100 km 21.4 mpg US 25.7 mpg UK |
| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 1)480 hp | 253 hp/t 188 kW/t 4.0 kg/hp | 11.0 L/100 km 21.4 mpg US 25.7 mpg UK |
| BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8407 hp | 214 hp/t 160 kW/t 4.7 kg/hp | 11.0 L/100 km 21.4 mpg US 25.7 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 2)529 hp | BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 3)611 hp | BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8 (Stage 1)480 hp | BMW5 Series Sedan (F10)550i V8407 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 529 hp 395 kW | 611 hp 455 kW | 480 hp 358 kW | 407 hp 304 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 810 Nm 597 lb-ft | 930 Nm 686 lb-ft | 732 Nm 540 lb-ft | 600 Nm 443 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 4.1 s | 3.7 s | 4.3 s | 4.8 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | Unrestricted 295 km/h183 mph Restricted 280 km/h174 mph | 292 km/h 181 mph | 273 km/h 170 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,900 kg 4,189 lb | 1,900 kg 4,189 lb | 1,900 kg 4,189 lb | 1,900 kg 4,189 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 11.0 L/100 km 21.4 mpg US 25.7 mpg UK | 11.0 L/100 km 21.4 mpg US 25.7 mpg UK | 11.0 L/100 km 21.4 mpg US 25.7 mpg UK | 11.0 L/100 km 21.4 mpg US 25.7 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 636 km 395 mi | 636 km 395 mi | 636 km 395 mi | 636 km 395 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 257 g/km | 257 g/km | 257 g/km | 257 g/km | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 520 L 18.4 cu ft | 520 L 18.4 cu ft | 520 L 18.4 cu ft | 520 L 18.4 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 278 hp/t 208 kW/t 3.6 kg/hp | 321 hp/t 240 kW/t 3.1 kg/hp | 253 hp/t 188 kW/t 4.0 kg/hp | 214 hp/t 160 kW/t 4.7 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | BMW 5 Series Sedan (F10) 550i V8 (Stage 2) 529 hp | BMW 5 Series Sedan (F10) 550i V8 (Stage 3) 611 hp | BMW 5 Series Sedan (F10) 550i V8 (Stage 1) 480 hp | BMW 5 Series Sedan (F10) 550i V8 407 hp |
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| Consumption | 11 L/100 km21.4 mpg US25.7 mpg UK | 11 L/100 km21.4 mpg US25.7 mpg UK | 11 L/100 km21.4 mpg US25.7 mpg UK | 11 L/100 km21.4 mpg US25.7 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 19.25 LC100 km | 19.25 LC100 km | 19.25 LC100 km | 19.25 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 30.98 LC100 mi | 30.98 LC100 mi | 30.98 LC100 mi | 30.98 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,650 L436 US gal363 UK gal | 1,650 L436 US gal363 UK gal | 1,650 L436 US gal363 UK gal | 1,650 L436 US gal363 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 2,888 LC/year | 2,888 LC/year | 2,888 LC/year | 2,888 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
BMW 5 Series Sedan (F10) 550i V8 (Stage 2) 529 hp
- Has 3 km/h (2 mph) higher top speed
Pros
- Highest top speed
- Lightest
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best estimated range
- Largest trunk
Cons
- Highest CO2 emissions
BMW 5 Series Sedan (F10) 550i V8 (Stage 3) 611 hp
- Has 81 hp more
- Has 120 Nm more
- Is 0.4 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 43 hp/t better power-to-weight
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Most powerful
- Highest torque
- Best power-to-weight ratio
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