TUNED BMW DIESEL VS NEW TESLA MODEL 3: DRAG RACE

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This video pits a tuned, previous-generation BMW 335d Touring against a new Tesla Model 3 Long Range and a BMW M340d in a series of drag races and a brake test. The tuned 335d, with its significant power increase from a stage two tune, initially shows promise, even winning a race against the Tesla due to a driver error. However, the Tesla Model 3 Long Range ultimately proves superior in straight-line acceleration, completing the standing quarter-mile in 12.6 seconds, narrowly beating the 335d (12.7 seconds) and the M340d (13.1 seconds). In rolling races, the Tesla's instant torque and responsiveness are highlighted as significant advantages, leaving the diesels behind. The brake test sees the M340d win, with the Tesla's braking performance potentially affected by its shoes being on the wrong feet. The review emphasizes the Tesla's superior acceleration and real-world overtaking performance, while acknowledging the diesels' fuel economy and braking capabilities.