1000HP M5 V 1000HP 911 TURBO V MODEL S PLAID: DRAG RACE

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This video pits the 1,000hp Tesla Model S Plaid against a similarly powered Porsche 911 Turbo S and BMW M5 Competition in a series of drag races. The Model S Plaid, despite its significant weight advantage, demonstrated superior acceleration in standing start races, consistently winning both solo and with passengers. The Porsche 911 Turbo S showed strong performance, often taking second place, while the BMW M5 struggled to keep pace. In rolling races from 30 mph and 50 mph, the Tesla's instant torque allowed it to pull away effectively. However, from a higher speed (70 mph), the Porsche began to close the gap, suggesting its higher-speed gearing or aerodynamics offered an advantage. The reviewer highlights the Tesla's blistering acceleration as its key strength, while acknowledging its weight and cost. The Porsche is praised for its sound and performance potential, and the M5 for its practicality and sound, though it was outmatched in this specific performance test. Ultimately, the Tesla Model S Plaid proved the quickest in most scenarios, though the reviewer suggests the Porsche might be the more engaging driver's car.