Which is faster, the BMW M3 Competition or Dodge Charger Hellcat?
In DragGap's equal-condition simulation, the Dodge Charger Hellcat reaches 1 km first by 0.976 seconds, with an estimated 61.1 metre gap.
Dodge Charger Hellcat wins
21.715 s vs 22.690 s · 61.1 m at the first finish.
BMW M3 Competition vs Dodge Charger Hellcat specifications
| Input | BMW M3 Competition | Dodge Charger Hellcat |
|---|---|---|
| Rated power | 375 kW / 503 hp | 527 kW / 707 hp |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Mass | 1805 kg | 2080 kg |
| Power-to-weight | 279 hp/t | 340 hp/t |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
| Transmission | 8-SPEED AUTO | 8-SPEED AUTO |
Estimated acceleration and distance results
| Metric | M3 Competition | Charger Hellcat |
|---|---|---|
| 0–60 mph | 3.73 s | 3.63 s |
| 0–100 km/h | 3.95 s | 3.80 s |
| 1/4 mile | 12.349 s | 11.986 s |
| 1/4-mile trap speed | 182.0 km/h | 193.0 km/h |
| 1 km | 22.690 s | 21.715 s |
Why does the Charger Hellcat win?
The decisive inputs are the complete system, not peak power alone. The model applies drivetrain efficiency, launch traction, transmission shift interruption, vehicle mass, rolling resistance and speed-dependent aerodynamic drag at 120 updates per second. In this matchup, the Dodge Charger Hellcat turns its 340 hp-per-tonne input into the earlier 1 km finish.
Every value above is generated under the same dry, level, equal-condition simulation. It is useful for relative comparison, not a substitute for an instrumented test of a specific car, tyre, driver, surface or weather condition.
Frequently asked questions
Which is faster, the BMW M3 Competition or Dodge Charger Hellcat?
In DragGap's equal-condition simulation, the Dodge Charger Hellcat reaches 1 km first by 0.976 seconds, with an estimated 61.1 metre gap.
Which has more power: BMW M3 Competition or Dodge Charger Hellcat?
Dodge Charger Hellcat has the higher rated-power input at 527 kW (707 hp).
What are the estimated quarter-mile times?
BMW M3 Competition: 12.349 seconds at 182.0 km/h. Dodge Charger Hellcat: 11.986 seconds at 193.0 km/h.
Are these measured track times?
No. They are engineering estimates produced from rated power, torque, mass, drivetrain, transmission, aero and traction inputs. EPA/NHTSA identity and configuration fields are separated from supplemental and modelled performance fields.
Sources and method
- U.S. EPA FuelEconomy.gov for certified U.S. configuration and economy records.
- NHTSA vPIC for manufacturer-submitted make/model identity.
- Open Vehicle Specs (ODbL 1.0) for clearly labelled supplemental specification fields.
- DragGap methodology and accuracy notes for simulation assumptions and limitations.