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BENZ S-CLASS S 580 vs Taycan 4S

MERCEDES · Porsche

1/4 Mile winner
Taycan 4S
Beats the BENZ S-CLASS S 580 by 0.44s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the Taycan 4S beats the BENZ S-CLASS S 580 comfortably, finishing 0.44 seconds ahead. Off the line, the Taycan 4S is the quicker car (0–100 in 4s vs 4.4s) and that early lead carries to the line.

Spec head-to-head

Power
496 hp
522 hp
0–100 km/h
4.4s
4s
Top speed
250 km/h
250 km/h
Engine
V8
Dual Electric Motors
Fuel
Petrol
Electric
Torque
700 Nm
640 Nm
Price
$116,000
$103,800

Simulated race times

Distance
BENZ S-CLASS S 580
Taycan 4S
100 m
5.511s
5.281s
1/8 mile
8.173s
7.852s
1/4 mile
12.348s
11.908s
1 km
22.372s
21.743s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

If budget is the deciding factor, the Taycan 4S is the obvious pick at $103,800 versus the BENZ S-CLASS S 580's $116,000. Choose the Taycan 4S if instant torque, silent running and lower running costs matter most. Choose the BENZ S-CLASS S 580 if you want the soundtrack and the long-distance ease that combustion still owns.

FAQ

Which is faster, the BENZ S-CLASS S 580 or the Taycan 4S?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Taycan 4S is faster, beating the BENZ S-CLASS S 580 by 0.44 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the BENZ S-CLASS S 580 vs the Taycan 4S?

The BENZ S-CLASS S 580 hits 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds, while the Taycan 4S does it in 4 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The BENZ S-CLASS S 580 produces 496 hp; the Taycan 4S produces 522 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The BENZ S-CLASS S 580 tops out at 250 km/h, and the Taycan 4S reaches 250 km/h.

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