Comparison

Car Manual Shift 4 vs Engine Simulator

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

Head to head
About

Car Manual Shift 4

Experience intense drag racing with fully manual cars, including clutch control. Conquer rival gangs in a city setting, earning cash and reputation to upgrade your vehicles. Master precise gear shifts and clutch timing for ultimate victory.

Highlights
  • Manual clutch control
  • Gear shifting mechanics
  • Car performance upgrades
  • Customization options
  • Multiple racing modes
  • Rival gang challenges
Features
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An adrenaline-fueled drag racing game that puts players in the driver's seat of fully manual cars, complete with clutch control. Set in a sprawling cityscape teeming with rival gangs and their formidable leaders, players must rise through the ranks and conquer the streets through sheer skill and speed. In "Car Manual Shift 4", players navigate the treacherous urban jungle, challenging rival gangs and their kings in pulse-pounding drag races. With each victory, players earn reputation and cash to upgrade their car's performance, fine-tuning every aspect from engine power to car paint and skins. But it's not just about speed; strategy and precision are key. Players must master the delicate balance of shifting gears and timing their clutch release to maximize acceleration without losing control. Each race is a test of nerve and technique, where split-second decisions can mean the difference between victory and defeat. As players progress, they unlock access to a garage filled with an arsenal of high-performance cars, each offering unique handling and customization options. From classic muscle cars to sleek imports, there's a ride for every racing style and preference. To suit every player’s preferred experience, the game features three exciting modes: 1. Manual Mode: Full control with clutch, gears, and gas for the ultimate authentic racing challenge. 2. Automated Mode: No clutch needed, with manual gear shifting and gas for a balanced yet thrilling experience. 3. Tiptronic Mode: No clutch and no gears—just a + and - button to seamlessly switch gears, perfect for those seeking simplicity without sacrificing intensity. Get ready to dominate the streets and prove you're the ultimate racing champion in "Car Manual Shift 4"!

About

Engine Simulator

Explore the physics of piston engines by building, tuning, and testing them. Simulate combustion and rigid body motion in real-time. Compete with others on a global leaderboard by posting your creations.

Highlights
  • Physics-based engine simulation
  • Build engines from scratch
  • Tune fuel and ignition maps
  • Real-time power and torque readings
  • 3D engine visualization
  • Global leaderboard
Features
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Engine Simulator is a physics-based piston engine sandbox. The sound and motion come from a real rigid body simulation of the crank, pistons, valves, and combustion, not recordings. Start an engine, work the throttle, and tune its fuel and ignition maps in the ECU. Build one from scratch (layout, bore, stroke, cam, firing order) or describe what you want and have it generated on device. Watch it run in 3D, read live power and torque on the dyno, or push it past the limiter until it breaks. Post your engines to the global leaderboard and compare against other builders. Engine Simulator for iOS is an unofficial port. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or supported by AngeTheGreat (Ange Yaghi), the creator of the original open source Engine Simulator. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Community Guidelines: https://saada7553.github.io/community-guidelines.html Privacy Policy: https://saada7553.github.io/privacy-policy.html Support: https://saada7553.github.io/support.html

Screenshots

Car Manual Shift 44 screens
Engine Simulator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Engine Simulator at none against Car Manual Shift 4's shown. Engine Simulator also leads on chart position (#74 vs unranked). Car Manual Shift 4's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 months) and rating (4.7 vs 4.3). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and in-app purchases 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 Manual Shift 4 sells 14 one-off in-app purchases and Engine Simulator sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Car Manual Shift 4 holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 163 and 90 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 87% of Car Manual Shift 4's written reviews are positive against 82% of Engine Simulator's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Car Manual Shift 4 ships an update every 3 days, Engine Simulator every 2 months. Both last shipped on September 27, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Car Manual Shift 4 versus Engine Simulator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCar Manual Shift 4Engine Simulator
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (163 ratings) — better4.3 (90 ratings)
Positive reviews86.7% of reviews — better82.1% of reviews
Number of ratings163 — better90
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#74 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS13.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size334 MB22 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJordanmeirMUHAMMAD SAAD ATA

Customer experience

Car Manual Shift 4

All ratings163 ratings
Positive92.6%
Neutral4.3%
Negative3.1%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive86.7%
Neutral6.7%
Negative6.7%

Engine Simulator

All ratings90 ratings
Positive81.1%
Neutral8.9%
Negative10.0%
Written reviews67 reviews
Positive82.1%
Neutral6.0%
Negative11.9%

In-app purchases

14 purchases

Car Manual Shift 4

One-time14
  • 3,000$0.99
  • 25$0.99
  • Remove Ads$1.99
Show 11 more
  • 1 Special Car$2.99
  • 10K$2.99
  • 85$2.99
  • Combo 12K Coins + 35 Diamonds$3.99
  • 20K$4.99
  • 200$4.99
  • Pro Combo$9.99
  • 2 Special Cars$9.99
  • 100K$9.99
  • 500$9.99
  • Ultra Combo$19.99
1 purchases

Engine Simulator

One-time1
  • Lifetime$4.99

Questions

Is Car Manual Shift 4 free?
Car Manual Shift 4 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Engine Simulator free?
Engine Simulator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Car Manual Shift 4 or Engine Simulator?
Car Manual Shift 4 is rated higher. Car Manual Shift 4 averages 4.7 out of 5 from 163 ratings, while Engine Simulator averages 4.3 from 90 ratings.
Do Car Manual Shift 4 or Engine Simulator have ads?
Car Manual Shift 4 shows ads; Engine Simulator does not.
Which is updated more often, Car Manual Shift 4 or Engine Simulator?
Car Manual Shift 4 ships an update every 3 days, and Engine Simulator every 2 months. Most recently, Car Manual Shift 4 was updated on September 27, 2026 and Engine Simulator on September 27, 2026.

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