FYI: In a head-to-head drag race, the Porsche Taycan Turbo GT has dethroned the Tesla Model S Plaid as the king of EV acceleration.
Porsche’s Triumph Over Tesla in Drag Racing
In a dramatic showdown at Bradenton Motorsports Park, the Porsche Taycan Turbo GT, equipped with the Weissach package, faced off against Tesla’s formidable Model S Plaid. Known for its lightning-fast acceleration, the Plaid was upstaged repeatedly by the Taycan, which clocked consistent sub-9.1 second quarter-mile runs.
Porsche: A Legacy of Speed
Founded in 1931 by Ferdinand Porsche and headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany, Porsche has always been synonymous with high performance. Under the leadership of CEO Oliver Bloom, the company has pushed EV boundaries, proving their prowess with the Taycan’s recent performance.
Tesla’s Rapid Rise
Since its inception in 2003 by Martin Eberhard and Marc Tarpenning, with Elon Musk as current CEO, Tesla has been at the forefront of the electric vehicle revolution. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Tesla has garnered acclaim with models like the Roadster, Model 3, and Model X.
The Race at a Glance
In the initial round, the Taycan spun off the line but still managed a 9.1 second pass. Once the launch was perfected, it ran 9.06 and 9.07 seconds at 151 mph, alongside impressive 0-60 mph times of 1.89 and 1.77 seconds. Tesla’s Plaid, although known for strong launches, couldn’t match Porsche’s consistency.
Side-by-Side Comparison: Taycan GT vs. Tesla Plaid
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Porsche Taycan Turbo GT Weissach:
- 0-60 mph: 1.89 seconds (no rollout), 1.77 seconds (with rollout)
- Best Quarter Mile: 9.06 seconds @ 151 mph
- Weight: ~4,985 pounds
- Notable Feature: Reproducibility and consistent performance
- Tesla Model S Plaid:
- Known for its fast launches
- Retains strength in longer distances
Conclusion: Porsche Leads the Charge
After dominating the Tesla Model S Plaid in sequential drag races, the Porsche Taycan Turbo GT stands as a testament to Porsche’s engineering excellence. Its blend of speed, consistency, and performance marks a new era in electric vehicles.
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Donald Smith, Editor of Automotive.fyi
