0-60 Acceleration Time Calculator
Estimate 0-60 MPH Time
Estimate acceleration time from horsepower and weight
Quarter Mile Time
Estimate quarter mile time and trap speed
Formula
0-60 Estimate based on power-to-weight ratio; Quarter Mile ET = 6.290 x (Weight/HP)^(1/3); Trap Speed = 224 x (HP/Weight)^(1/3)
Frequently Asked Questions
How is 0-60 time estimated from HP and weight?
0-60 time correlates strongly with the power-to-weight ratio (vehicle weight divided by horsepower). Lighter cars with more power accelerate faster. Real-world times also depend on traction, gearing, aerodynamics, and launch technique.
What is a fast 0-60 time?
Under 4 seconds is very fast (sports cars). Under 6 seconds is quick (performance sedans). 7-9 seconds is average. Over 10 seconds is considered slow. The fastest production cars achieve sub-2-second 0-60 times with electric motors or launch control.
What is the quarter mile formula?
The Hale formula estimates quarter mile ET (elapsed time) as ET = 6.290 x (Weight/HP)^(1/3). Trap speed is approximately 224 x (HP/Weight)^(1/3). These give good approximations for street cars.
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