0-60 MPH Time Calculator

Estimate vehicle acceleration performance based on power, weight, and drivetrain specifications.

Engine Horsepower (HP) Enter your vehicle's horsepower rating.

Vehicle Weight (lbs) Enter your vehicle's weight (curb weight).

Drivetrain Type Select your vehicle's drivetrain type.

Engine Torque (lb-ft) Enter your vehicle's torque rating (optional - will be estimated if blank).

Final Drive Ratio Enter your vehicle's final drive ratio.

Transmission Type Select your vehicle's transmission type.

Tire Traction Coefficient Select your tire type or specify a custom traction coefficient.

Custom Traction Coefficient Enter a custom tire traction coefficient.

About 0-60 MPH Time Estimation

The 0-60 mph (0-97 km/h) acceleration time is one of the most common performance metrics for vehicles. It measures how quickly a vehicle can accelerate from a standstill to 60 miles per hour.

What Affects Acceleration Time?

Power-to-Weight Ratio: The most important factor - more horsepower and less weight means faster acceleration
Drivetrain Type: AWD vehicles typically launch better than RWD or FWD
Transmission Type: Modern DCTs and performance automatics shift faster than manual transmissions
Tire Traction: Better grip means more power transferred to the ground
Gearing: Appropriate gear ratios help keep the engine in its power band

Performance Categories

Supercar (under 3.0s): Exotic high-performance vehicles
Very Fast (3.0-4.0s): Sports cars and high-performance luxury vehicles
Fast (4.0-5.5s): Sports sedans and entry-level sports cars
Quick (5.5-7.0s): Performance-oriented everyday vehicles
Average (7.0-8.5s): Typical modern sedans and crossovers
Modest (8.5-10.0s): Economy cars and compact SUVs
Slow (over 10.0s): Economy-focused vehicles, heavy trucks, and older vehicles

Calculation Method

This calculator uses a simplified physics model that accounts for power-to-weight ratio, drivetrain losses, traction limitations, and gear ratios. It's designed to provide a reasonable estimate but may not account for all factors that affect real-world acceleration performance.

For more accurate results, consider using the Advanced tab to enter additional details about your vehicle.