AMG A45 v Tuned CLA 45: DRAG RACE *Shock Result* | Summary and Q&A

TL;DR

Two Mercedes AMG cars, the A45S and CLA45S, compete in a drag race to determine which is quicker over the standing quarter mile.

Key Insights

• 🏋️ The A45S and CLA45S have the same engine and gearbox but differ in weight and price.
• 🥠 Tuning the CLA45S with an £800 stage one upgrade increases its horsepower and torque.
• ✊ The rain affects the CLA45S's ability to put down its increased power, while the A45S launches smoothly.
• 😀 Both cars complete the standing quarter mile in 12.1 seconds, with the A45S slightly ahead.
• 🤣 The CLA45S performs better in rolling races, thanks to its tuned engine.
• 😉 The CLA45S won the second drag race due to better traction and acceleration.
• ✊ The drag race demonstrates the power and performance of these Mercedes AMG models.

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Questions & Answers

Q: How much power does the A45S and CLA45S have?

The A45S and CLA45S both have a 2.0L four-cylinder turbocharged engine, but the A45S has 421 horsepower and 500 newton meters of torque, while the CLA45S, after being tuned with a stage one upgrade, has 660 horsepower and 660 newton meters of torque.

Q: Why did they choose to do the drag race in the rain?

The rain was a factor in the drag race to test the CLA45S's ability to put down its increased power. While the tuned engine performed well, the gearbox struggled to handle the extra horsepower, making the race more interesting.

Q: How much do the A45S and CLA45S weigh?

The A45S weighs 1635 kilos, while the CLA45S weighs 16,075 kilos. The difference in weight is due to the bigger body of the CLA45S.

Q: What is the price difference between the A45S and CLA45S?

The A45S starts at £50,595, while the CLA45S starts at £52,500. The CLA45S is slightly more expensive due to its bigger body and extra tuning upgrades.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• The A45S is powered by a 2.0L four-cylinder turbocharged engine with 421 horsepower and 500 newton meters of torque. It weighs 1635 kilos and starts at £50,595.

• The CLA45S has the same engine and gearbox but is slightly heavier and more expensive. It has been tuned with an £800 stage one upgrade, boosting the horsepower to 660 and torque to 660 newton meters.

• Despite the tuning, the CLA45S struggles to put its power down due to the rain, while the A45S launches smoothly. They both complete the standing quarter mile in 12.1 seconds, with the A45S slightly ahead.