1. What is a Quarter Mile Time?

Definition: The time it takes a vehicle to cover a quarter-mile (402 meters) from a standing start, measuring acceleration performance.

Purpose: Standard benchmark for comparing vehicle acceleration and performance capabilities.

2. Understanding Quarter Mile Times

Typical quarter mile times:

• <10 seconds: Professional drag racing vehicles
• 10-12 seconds: High-performance supercars
• 12-14 seconds: Sports cars
• 14+ seconds: Standard production vehicles

3. Importance of Quarter Mile Times

Details: Provides a standardized way to compare vehicle acceleration performance across different makes and models.

4. Using This Tool

Tips: Enter your vehicle's quarter mile time to see its performance classification. Optionally include the vehicle model.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What's considered a fast quarter mile time?
A: Anything under 10 seconds is extremely fast, typically only achieved by purpose-built drag racing vehicles.

Q2: How do production supercars compare?
A: Most production supercars fall in the 10-12 second range for quarter mile times.

Q3: What affects quarter mile times?
A: Power-to-weight ratio, traction, gearing, and launch technique all significantly impact times.

Q4: How can I measure my car's quarter mile time?
A: Use a drag strip with professional timing equipment or a high-quality performance meter.

Q5: What's the fastest quarter mile time ever recorded?
A: As of 2023, the record is around 3.6 seconds by top fuel dragsters.