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Tesla Model S Plaid vs Porsche 911 Turbo S vs Tuned BMW M5: Electrifying Drag Race Showdown

Tesla Model S Plaid vs Porsche 911 Turbo S vs Tuned BMW M5: Electrifying Drag Race Showdown
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In this epic battle of horsepower, carwow brings us a clash of the titans. Three automotive heavyweights go head-to-head in a drag race for the ages. On one side, we have the Tesla Model S Plaid, a technological marvel with its three electric motors churning out a mind-blowing 1,020 horsepower. It's heavy, expensive, and left-hand drive only in the UK, but it's got the power to shock and awe.

Next up, we have the Porsche 911 Turbo S, a legendary nameplate that needs no introduction. This 992 generation beast boasts 1,111 horsepower and a weight of 1,650 kg. It's got all-wheel drive, a rear-mounted engine, and the unmistakable Porsche DNA coursing through its veins. But can it keep up with the electric might of the Tesla?

And let's not forget the tuned BMW M5, a four-door saloon that's been given a serious power boost. With 1,000 horsepower under the hood, courtesy of Mr. Vanos and Imran at Evolve, this M5 means business. It may be the least expensive of the three, but it's here to prove that it's not to be underestimated.

The drag race commences, and the Tesla Model S Plaid shoots off the line like a bat out of hell, leaving the Porsche and BMW in its electrified dust. It's a clear victory for the Tesla in the first race. But the Porsche isn't one to back down easily, and it puts up a fierce fight in the subsequent races, coming in a close second each time. The BMW, while valiant, struggles to keep up with its more powerful rivals.

In the end, it's the Tesla that reigns supreme, proving that electric power can outpace even the most formidable petrol-powered contenders. The Porsche takes a respectable second place, showcasing its iconic performance heritage. And the BMW, while not the fastest, still puts up a commendable fight.

This battle of the automotive titans reminds us that the world of high-performance cars is evolving, with electric power making its mark on the drag strip. The Tesla Model S Plaid may have emerged victorious, but the Porsche and BMW have shown that they still have plenty of fight left in them. It's a thrilling display of power, speed, and engineering prowess that leaves us eagerly anticipating the next clash of automotive giants.

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Viewer Reactions for 1,000hp M5 v 1,000hp 911 Turbo v Model S Plaid: DRAG RACE

Stock 911 Turbo S does the quarter mile in 10.2 seconds, tuned to 1000 hp does it in 10 seconds

Request for a dyno test on the cars

Request for races with passengers in the cars

Positive comments about the race and the energy of the participants

Appreciation for the Porsche without a soft limiter and in black color

Request for a race with Mat, Sam, Yanni, and Jamie

Comment about Jamie's quick wit and Sam's "irrelevant" remark

Appreciation for making the drag race more fair and realistic

Positive comments about the channel and its content

Comment about the BMW M5 not putting up a better fight

Appreciation for the lineup and the excitement of the race

Comment about Jamie's fashion choices

Request for a race between Porsche 918, BMW M5 CS, and Tesla Model S Plaid

Preference for Sam over Jamie

Comment about the Porsche's stock performance being better than the tuned version

Mention of missing the Lamborghini guy

Request for Plaid Track Package in the next race

Comment about the annoying sounds made during the electric cars' sound check

Comment about tuners not always delivering on their claims

Mention of the BMW needing to change gear settings and driver dependence

Comment about the BMW being too heavy in comparison

Mention of the Porsche guy being annoying

Comment about the Porsche being slow with 1000 hp compared to the stock version

Surprise at the Porsche's performance with four passengers on board.

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