MODEL 3 PERFORMANCE PLUS VS MINUS RACE TRACK DOG FIGHT

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This video pits two Tesla Model 3 Performance variants against each other on a racetrack to determine if the "Performance Plus" with upgraded brakes but cheaper tires is faster than a standard "Performance" with better tires. The reviewer highlights significant issues with both cars' braking systems, noting pedal fade and overheating after just a few laps. The "Performance Plus" car, equipped with inexpensive $77 Nankang tires, struggled with grip, exhibiting excessive sliding and sidewall flex, which the reviewer attributes partly to tire shine from an automated wash. Despite the tire disadvantage, the car with better Hankook Ventus tires was ultimately found to be faster, though the reviewer notes the driving styles differed significantly. The consensus is that while cheap tires offer "fun" for sliding, investing in better tires like the Michelin Pilot Sport 4S is crucial for actual track performance, and upgraded brakes are also a necessity for sustained track use.