Exige Sport 420 vs Model 3 Performance
Lotus · Tesla
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Model 3 Performance beats the Exige Sport 420 comfortably, finishing 0.46 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Model 3 Performance thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Simulated race times
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Model 3 Performance is $53,240 vs $95,000 for the Exige Sport 420 — a $41,760 gap. Power: Model 3 Performance makes 30 hp more (420 vs 450). 0–100 km/h: Model 3 Performance is 0.20s quicker (3.3s vs 3.1s). Top speed: Model 3 Performance runs to 261 km/h, 28 km/h higher than Exige Sport 420. Drivetrain: Model 3 Performance is electric; Exige Sport 420 runs on petrol.
FAQ
Which is faster, the Exige Sport 420 or the Model 3 Performance?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Model 3 Performance is faster, beating the Exige Sport 420 by 0.46 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Exige Sport 420 vs the Model 3 Performance?
The Exige Sport 420 hits 100 km/h in 3.3 seconds, while the Model 3 Performance does it in 3.1 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Exige Sport 420 produces 420 hp; the Model 3 Performance produces 450 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Exige Sport 420 tops out at 233 km/h, and the Model 3 Performance reaches 261 km/h.
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