The matchup

This matchup pits the supercharged brute force of the Dodge Charger Hellcat Redeye against the legendary 2JZ-powered Toyota Supra Mk4 Turbo. The Hellcat represents raw American muscle, while the Supra is a Japanese icon known for its tuning potential. Both cars are RWD, but their power outputs are worlds apart.

Off the line

Expect the Charger Hellcat to unleash its 594 kW with a ferocious launch thanks to its torque-rich supercharged V8. With a 0-100 km/h time of 3.5 seconds, it should get off the line like a rocket. The Supra, while respectable at 4.9 seconds, will struggle to keep pace in the initial sprint.

The back half

As the race progresses, the Hellcat's power-to-weight ratio will continue to play in its favour, especially through the gears. The Charger’s gearing is tuned for straight-line speed, likely widening the gap as they approach the quarter-mile mark. The Supra, with its turbo inline-six, will be fighting an uphill battle against the sheer muscle of the Hellcat.

The x-factor

Driver skill can be a wildcard in this race, as can track conditions. If the Supra's driver can tap into the car's potential and the Charger experiences any hiccups, it might narrow the gap. However, the Hellcat's sheer power makes it a hard beast to tame.

Check out the embedded video to see how this power showdown unfolds on the strip.