Ferrari SF90 vs. Tesla Model S Plaid drag race battle
Two heavy hitters in the automotive world here although at vastly different price points. The drivetrains also are vastly different although the Ferrari SF90 does incorporate electric power to assist its twin turbocharged F154 3.9 liter V8.
Tesla's offering of course is all electrica and acceleration is its claim to fame. Certainly being capable of running with something of the caliber of a Ferrari SF90 is a testament to its capability
You saw the SF90 go at it with a McLaren 765LT and the SF90 while definitely fast is not exactly fast for what it is. You expect more from a Ferrari at this price point considering how the 765LT managed to show its taillights to the SF90 without any electric motors, batteries, and for far less money.
What the SF90 does have going for it is less weight. The weight claim is 3600 pounds which undercuts the Tesla by 1233 pounds. Yes, that is significant.
So how does the first race go? The Plaid jumps running a stellar 9.346 @ 150.15 while the Ferrari lets off.
The second run (of 5) again features a red light by the Plaid driver who seems a bit jumpy. Regardless, the Tesla is both quicker and faster:
In all honesty a difference of ~5 mph at the strip is not close. The Tesla Model S Plaid offers a significant advantage in a drag race.
Now the third race is the best as the Ferrari gets the holeshot but wow the Model S Plaid comes back hard on the top end. It's amazing the SF90 does not have the top end advantage here considering its drivetrain.
Notice the Plaid trap faded a bit but still was enough to catch and pass the SF90:
You likely get the idea by now. The Plaid is simply the faster car in a drag race and the SF90 is somewhat underwhelming for what it is.
