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Taycan 4S vs BENZ S-CLASS S 580

Porsche · MERCEDES

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

Simulated race times

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

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 Taycan 4S or the BENZ S-CLASS S 580?

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 Taycan 4S vs the BENZ S-CLASS S 580?

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

How much horsepower does each car have?

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

What are the top speeds?

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

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