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Taycan Sport Turismo vs BENZ S-CLASS S 580

Porsche · MERCEDES

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

Simulated race times

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

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 Taycan Sport Turismo or the BENZ S-CLASS S 580?

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 Taycan Sport Turismo vs the BENZ S-CLASS S 580?

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

How much horsepower does each car have?

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

What are the top speeds?

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

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