60-foot time: what it is and what a good one looks like
The 60-ft time measures the first 60 feet of a drag run. It is the clearest read on your launch, and every tenth there is worth more than a tenth at the finish.
Why the 60 ft matters
The 60-ft time is the time from the start to 60 feet (18.3 m). It reflects traction, launch technique, tyres and suspension more than horsepower.
A common rule of thumb is that a tenth gained in the 60 ft is worth well over a tenth at the end of a quarter mile, because you carry that extra speed all the way down the track.
Typical ranges
Everyday cars on street tyres: roughly 2.2–2.6 s. Quick road cars and hot hatches: about 1.9–2.1 s. All-wheel-drive performance cars and EVs: as low as 1.6–1.8 s. Purpose-built drag cars go well under 1.5 s.
FAQ
How do I improve my 60-ft time?
On a closed course: tyre pressure and temperature, launch technique (launch control if you have it), and a good surface. Small changes show up immediately in the 60 ft.
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