Viper vs Veyron: 0-200 mph Race Analysis

[Tachyon son]

This comes from a problem originated between a friend and me this morning looking at this test info: http://www.roadandtrack.com/assets/download/0-200_Data.pdf.pdf

We were trying to calculate how many distance there are between the Viper and the Veyron when the first hits 200 mph (to get the image if both cars were doing a drag race togheter).

We were unable to calculate that distance, and futhermore, after deducting that at 100 mph the Veyron is 540.9 feet away from the start, where the Viper is 532 feet away, came a surprise: the measured 0-100 mph time!

Being the Veyron 1.1 sec faster to that speed, how is it possible to have only a difference that is roughly half a car?? I mean, if both were drag racing togheter, is the difference half a car or a lot more (1.1 sec is a lot of distance at that speed)?



Thanks for all responses.

 

[Dale]

We were trying to calculate how many distance there are between the Viper and the Veyron when the first hits 200 mph (to get the image if both cars were doing a drag race togheter).

Actually, you don't have to calculate that figure. They measured it and reported it on page 3 in the figure entitled "Speed (& Position) of Other Cars When Viper hits 200 mph". There is 110.9 feet between them with the Veyron in the lead.

If you are doing some sort of calculation on this data you must realize that the acceleration is not constant, so you cannot use the usual Physics 101 formulas.

 

[sir-pinski]

It's always interesting to compare different cars and their performances. After looking at the data provided, it seems that the Veyron has a significant advantage in terms of acceleration from 0-100 mph. However, the difference in distance between the two cars at that speed is only about half a car length. This could be due to a number of factors, such as the Viper having a higher top speed and being able to catch up once it reaches its top speed. It's also possible that the Veyron may not have been able to fully utilize its power and acceleration due to road conditions or other factors.

In terms of the 0-200 mph race, it's difficult to determine the exact distance between the two cars at that speed without more data. However, based on the information provided, it seems that the Veyron would still have a significant advantage in terms of acceleration and would likely be further ahead than just half a car length.

It's important to keep in mind that drag racing is not just about acceleration, but also about how well a car can maintain its speed and power throughout the race. The Veyron's advanced engineering and technology may give it an edge over the Viper in this aspect.

Overall, it's clear that both the Viper and the Veyron are high-performance cars with impressive capabilities. While the Veyron may have a slight advantage in terms of acceleration, the Viper's higher top speed could make for an interesting race. Ultimately, the outcome would depend on various factors and it would be exciting to see these two cars go head to head on the track.