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BENZ S-CLASS S 580 vs Taycan Sport Turismo

MERCEDES · Porsche

1/4 Mile winner
Taycan Sport Turismo
Beats the BENZ S-CLASS S 580 by 0.27s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the Taycan Sport Turismo beats the BENZ S-CLASS S 580 comfortably, finishing 0.27 seconds ahead. Off the line, the Taycan Sport Turismo is the quicker car (0–100 in 4.1s vs 4.4s) and that early lead carries to the line.

Spec head-to-head

Power
496 hp
509 hp
0–100 km/h
4.4s
4.1s
Top speed
250 km/h
240 km/h
Engine
V8
Dual Electric Motors
Fuel
Petrol
Electric
Torque
700 Nm
650 Nm
Price
$116,000
$104,000

Simulated race times

Distance
BENZ S-CLASS S 580
Taycan Sport Turismo
100 m
5.511s
5.334s
1/8 mile
8.173s
7.945s
1/4 mile
12.348s
12.083s
1 km
22.372s
22.196s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

If budget is the deciding factor, the Taycan Sport Turismo is the obvious pick at $104,000 versus the BENZ S-CLASS S 580's $116,000. Choose the Taycan Sport Turismo 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 Sport Turismo?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Taycan Sport Turismo is faster, beating the BENZ S-CLASS S 580 by 0.27 seconds.

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

The BENZ S-CLASS S 580 hits 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds, while the Taycan Sport Turismo does it in 4.1 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The BENZ S-CLASS S 580 produces 496 hp; the Taycan Sport Turismo produces 509 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The BENZ S-CLASS S 580 tops out at 250 km/h, and the Taycan Sport Turismo reaches 240 km/h.

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