Tesla Model S Plaid races $600k Lamborghini Revuelto
Tesla Outruns $600K Lambo: Worth the Hype?
The Tesla Model S Plaid recently competed against the $600,000 Lamborghini Revuelto in a series of drag and rolling races, as well as brake tests, showcased on the carwow YouTube channel. Despite the Revuelto's lighter frame and slightly higher horsepower, the Model S Plaid often outperformed the luxury hybrid supercar in these challenges.
The Lamborghini Revuelto, with its advanced hybrid powertrain and striking design, represents a pinnacle in Italian supercar engineering, yet it struggles to consistently surpass the more affordable Tesla Model S Plaid in direct performance tests. This comparison highlights the competitive edge and value of Tesla's electric sedan in the supercar market.
Which car won the majority of the races conducted by carwow, and in what conditions did the other car manage to win?
The Tesla Model S Plaid won the majority of the races conducted by carwow against the Lamborghini Revuelto. The Revuelto managed to win a 1/2 mile race, but it took ideal and specific conditions before the hybrid supercar was able to beat the Model S Plaid.
How does the Lamborghini Revuelto's horsepower and torque compare to those of the Tesla Model S Plaid?
The Lamborghini Revuelto and the Tesla Model S Plaid have comparable power outputs, but with some differences in their specifications4. The Tesla Model S Plaid boasts 1,020 horsepower and a torque of 1,420 Nm4. In contrast, the Lamborghini Revuelto, which features a hybrid powertrain, has a slightly higher horsepower at 1,051 but a lower torque of 1,076 Nm. Therefore, while the Revuelto has more horsepower, the Model S Plaid offers significantly more torque4.