Greatest Motor Races of All Time
Indianapolis 500 or Bathurst 1000
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Why This Battle Matters
What happens when the thunderous Mount Panorama clash meets the high-velocity spectacle of the Brickyard? In this head-to-head, we pit Australia's iconic Bathurst 1000 against America's legendary Indianapolis 500. It's a duel of endurance versus speed, where the rugged, winding ascents of Bathurst contrast sharply with Indy's famed oval precision. Here, fans aren't just choosing a race; they're voting on whether the raw challenge of a mountain or the relentless pace of an oval defines motorsport's greatest peak. What do you value more: the tradition that shapes legends or the innovation that breaks records?
🔥 Fan Takes
How Fans Are Voting
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer Indianapolis 500 over Bathurst 1000 when it comes to the greatest Motor Races of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Indianapolis 500 100.0% of the time over Bathurst 1000.
Across all battles:
Indianapolis 500 win rate: 66.2%
Bathurst 1000 win rate: 24.5%
Fan FAQs
Who's the #1 contender on GoatWars in this league?
Currently, the Daytona 500 is at the top of the pile in the Greatest Motor Races of All Time league. You can check out how all the races stack up on the GOAT List.
Why is the matchup between Bathurst 1000 and Indianapolis 500 such a big debate?
It's a total clash of titans. Bathurst 1000, with its notorious Mount Panorama circuit, represents a gritty, endurance test for drivers. In contrast, the Indianapolis 500 offers high-speed, precision racing that has a rich American legacy. Fans are torn because both races offer unique thrills and history.
Who is better: Bathurst 1000 or Indianapolis 500?
Right now, the Indianapolis 500 is leading in the votes, and it's not hard to see why. It's such an iconic race, known globally, and fans just resonate with its long history and the thrill it consistently delivers each year.