Comparison

Car Simulator vs Project Drag Racing

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Car Simulator

Experience realistic car engine sounds and interactive driving simulations. Explore a wide range of vehicles, from classic to modern, and enjoy immersive 3D graphics. Control acceleration, braking, and horns for an authentic driving feel.

Highlights
  • Realistic engine sound effects
  • Interactive accelerator and brake controls
  • Extensive car brand collection
  • 3D art simulation
  • Real car function simulation
  • Horn sound effects
Features
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Step into the world of automotive perfection with Car Simulator - the ultimate app designed for every car enthusiast out there. Immerse yourself in the symphony of engines roaring to life as you navigate through a meticulously crafted collection of modern and classic automobiles. From the iconic purr of a V6 to the thunderous growl of a V12, this cutting-edge app delivers an unrivaled experience in interactive engine sound effects. Experience the thrill of controlling accelerator speeds and brakes, mimicking the authentic feel of being behind the wheel. Feel the rush as you accelerate, brake, and even sound the horn while exploring the vast array of cars available. - Explore an extensive range of renowned car brands. - Indulge in ultra-realistic car sound effects – from startup to acceleration. - Immerse yourself in breathtaking 3D art simulation. - Experience various real car functions at your fingertips. Unlock the doors to a world where automotive dreams come alive. Download it now and revel in the best of car simulation and engine symphonies! Upgrade to the VIP and get access to all car simulator sounds. * Weekly, monthly and yearly subscriptions are available. * Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. * Your subscription will automatically renew itself, unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. * Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. * You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal by going to your Account Settings in the iTunes Store. * If offered, if you choose to use our free trial, any unused portion of the free trial period will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription to that publication, where applicable Privacy Policy https://funsounds.notion.site/funsounds/Privacy-Policy-349bd4dd2b7d4e3d814ebb5749e58c15 Terms of Use https://funsounds.notion.site/Terms-of-Use-aff4add74bb745099689451b90348c0b?pvs=4

About

Project Drag Racing

Experience realistic drag racing with a vast collection of customizable cars. Tune performance, personalize style, and compete in dynamic races against AI or other players. Maintain your vehicles and explore various terrains with off-road options.

Highlights
  • Vast car collection
  • Extensive tuning and upgrades
  • Deep customization options
  • Realistic physics engine
  • Dynamic drag races
  • Multiplayer competition
  • Off-road racing mode
Features
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• Lots of cars! A huge number of cars in the world, ranging from rare city cars to powerful sports cars! A large number of configurations! Frequent updates replenish the game's vehicle fleet, which becomes larger and larger over time! Choose from 4x4 SUVs, modern sports cars, retro classics or powerful muscle cars. The choice is yours! • Upgrade your car! Tune your car by installing modifications and racing parts. Improve its characteristics and show completely new records on the track! The tuning system allows you to upgrade your car for 1000 horsepower! • Customize your car! To improve your race time, the game provides a wide range of car settings: from tire pressure to detailed gearbox settings. • Styling and tuning! Create your own unique style with an advanced car customization system! - Install bumpers, body kits, hoods, headlights, spoilers, choose tires and wheels, exhaust pipes and much more. Choose your style: JDM, BPAN, Stance, Kanjo, etc. Create a unique monster that will make you respected on the road! • Dynamic drag races! Take part in the races! Upgrade your car to go faster! Tune to your liking and win dynamic drag races! There are many different maps and modes available in the game. Unique offroad racing mode. Install the off-road suspension, mix up the dirt and go off-road racing! • Car service Stop by a mechanic to have your car serviced! Feel like a car mechanic! Check your parts for wear or use a car wash and clean your car of dirt! • Realistic physics! Overheating of the brakes, torque, engine heating, weather conditions, drag, tire temperature - all this affects the gameplay part. The game features realistic and enjoyable car physics. • Multiplayer Fight against real opponents in multiplayer races! Dynamic online racing makes the game truly interesting. Play ranked races to become the world leader and king of Drag Racing! Play with friends or random players! Set records and get big rewards to become even richer! Take the tops and become the best! • Import from Car Company Tycoon A completely new revolutionary feature for importing your own cars from the Car Company Tycoon game. Build your own cars from scratch and test them on the game's racing track.

Screenshots

Car Simulator4 screens
Project Drag Racing4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Project Drag Racing at 4.3 against Car Simulator's 3.9. Project Drag Racing also leads on ratings volume (198 vs 10). Car Simulator's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Car Simulator sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and Project Drag Racing sells 11 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Project Drag Racing holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Project Drag Racing has 198 ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Car Simulator ships an update every 2 weeks, Project Drag Racing monthly. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Car Simulator versus Project Drag Racing: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCar SimulatorProject Drag Racing
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (10 ratings)4.3 (198 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—49.4% of reviews
Number of ratings10198 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.014.0
Further details — not scored
Size209 MB42 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperUltimate MotionRuslan Kudriavtsev

Customer experience

Car Simulator

All ratings8 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

Project Drag Racing

All ratings196 ratings
Positive81.6%
Neutral6.1%
Negative12.2%
Written reviews77 reviews
Positive49.4%
Neutral14.3%
Negative36.4%

In-app purchases

9 purchases

Car Simulator

Subscriptions9
  • Engine Sounds Plus3 Days trial$0.997 Days
  • Engine Sounds Plus$2.991 Month
  • Engine Sounds Plus3 Days trial$2.997 Days
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  • Engine Sounds Plus3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Engine Sounds Plus$7.991 Month
  • Engine Sounds Plus$9.991 Month
  • Engine Sounds Plus$12.991 Year
  • Engine Sounds Plus$19.991 Year
  • Engine Sounds Plus$29.991 Year
11 purchases

Project Drag Racing

One-time11
  • Buy 200 gold$0.99
  • Buy 500 gold$1.99
  • Buy 1000 gold$3.99
Show 8 more
  • Buy car M-EVO X$4.99
  • Buy car C-Camaro SS$4.99
  • Buy car S-Impreza WRX STI$4.99
  • Buy car M-G500$4.99
  • Premium pack "T-Supra GR"$5.49
  • Buy 2250 gold$7.99
  • Buy 5500 gold$14.99
  • Buy 11500 gold$24.99

Questions

Is Car Simulator free?
Car Simulator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Project Drag Racing free?
Project Drag Racing is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Car Simulator or Project Drag Racing?
Project Drag Racing is rated higher. Car Simulator averages 3.9 out of 5 from 10 ratings, while Project Drag Racing averages 4.3 from 198 ratings.
Do Car Simulator or Project Drag Racing have ads?
Both Car Simulator and Project Drag Racing show ads.
Which is updated more often, Car Simulator or Project Drag Racing?
Car Simulator ships an update every 2 weeks, and Project Drag Racing monthly. Most recently, Car Simulator was updated on October 25, 2026 and Project Drag Racing on October 25, 2026.

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