In the latest drag racing news, a match of a "Tesla Model S Performance vs. Nissan GTR" took place recently. Due to the pandemic COVID-19 situation, we have only seen a few drag racing events this year. However, a video of a drag race involving a Tesla Model S Performance and a Nissan GTR recently surfaced online. The video showcasing iconic sports cars in action will delight many car enthusiasts, especially drag racing fans.
Thomas and James, owners of the YouTube channel Butterfly house, hosted the drag race featuring Tesla Model S Performance Vs Nissan GTR. You can watch the video by visiting their channel or below.
Before we continue, here's a look at the two sports cars.
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Tesla Model S vs. Nissan GTR Drag Race
Tesla Model S
In this video, these guys used the 2020 variant of the Tesla Model S Performance. The best thing about the 2020 Model S is that it has been upgraded with some awesome features like Tesla Cheetah Mode.
Tesla Cheetah mode adjusts the height of the suspension springs for better weight transfer when controlling the launch. In addition, the Model S Performance is equipped with Ludicrous mode which is the best for instant acceleration. Thanks to this ridiculous mode, Tesla Model S is also known as the king of the straight line.
In terms of technical specifications, Tesla Model S Performance can generate 778 BHP and 1140 Nm of torque. With this, he can sprint from 0 to 60 mph in just 2.3 seconds.
Nissan gtr
The latest variant of the Nissan GTR competes with the Model S. This Japanese sports car has a strong fan base and is one of the best sports cars in the industry. Among the tankers, he is also known as Godzilla due to his sporty and aggressive appearance and thrilling performance.
The GTR variant used in the video is equipped with a 3.8-liter twin-turbo V6 engine. It can produce a maximum power of 565 BHP and 633 Nm of torque. On paper, it can sprint from 0 to 100 km / h in just 2.9 seconds.
In addition, Nissan has also integrated an impressive launch control system into GTR. Now it's time to find out who's the winner here.
Nissan GTR vs. Tesla Model S: Showdown
On paper, the Tesla Model S weighs 1,000 pounds more than the Nissan GTR. Weight is a crucial factor in determining the acceleration and performance of any car. Despite being heavier, the Tesla Model S won the drag race in just a fraction of a second.
Just like that, the race was over and the Model S's performance beat the Nissan GTR. However, there is a lot more to understand. Because of the less moving mechanical parts, electric cars can transfer instant and higher torque to their wheels.
In contrast, ICE cars have a crankshaft, flywheel, propeller shaft, and several other components that waste energy and reduce your acceleration time.
However, as you saw in the video, Tesla Model S took a while for its batteries to warm up. If the battery does not reach a certain temperature, it cannot perform at its best. In addition, when the battery gets discharged, it also affects the performance of the car. So that you don't have to worry about these things in cars with internal combustion engines.
Share your opinions in the comments section below, which one will you choose and why?
