Model S Plaid vs Taycan GTS
Tesla · Porsche
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Model S Plaid beats the Taycan GTS by a wide margin, finishing 2.34 seconds ahead. It's the 430 extra horsepower talking — the Model S Plaid simply has more grunt to throw at the strip.
Spec head-to-head
Simulated race times
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Model S Plaid is $108,490 vs $132,750 for the Taycan GTS — a $24,260 gap. Power: Model S Plaid makes 430 hp more (1020 vs 590). 0–100 km/h: Model S Plaid is 1.40s quicker (2.1s vs 3.5s). Top speed: Model S Plaid runs to 322 km/h, 72 km/h higher than Taycan GTS.
FAQ
Which is faster, the Model S Plaid or the Taycan GTS?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Model S Plaid is faster, beating the Taycan GTS by 2.34 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Model S Plaid vs the Taycan GTS?
The Model S Plaid hits 100 km/h in 2.1 seconds, while the Taycan GTS does it in 3.5 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Model S Plaid produces 1020 hp; the Taycan GTS produces 590 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Model S Plaid tops out at 322 km/h, and the Taycan GTS reaches 250 km/h.
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