Tesla Model S Plaid Amazes In Moose Test: Outperforms Porsche Taycan via InsideEVs
was equipped with a yoke and 21-inch wheels - Michelin Pilot Sport 4S 265/35 ZR21 101Y XL and 295/30 ZR21 102Y XL ., the car was able to successfully pass the test at an initial speed of roughly 51 miles per hour, which is one of the best results ever.If we check the list, only the Tesla Model 3 and Model Y , were able to pass the test at a slightly higher speed .
Interestingly, the Tesla Model S Plaid noted a better result than any of the previously tested Porsche Taycans . However, there is one important thing that requires a comment. According to the video, the Tesla Model S' great result might be related to relatively strong regenerative braking, which quickly reduces the speed once the driver releases the accelerator pedal.noticed that they can check the car also without regen in Tesla's Track Mode, but it was too late that day to repeat tests.
For reference, the regenerative braking in the Porsche Taycan is considered less powerful, which translates into a slower speed reduction during the test. Specifically, the recently tested Porsche Taycan GTS noted a best result of:As we can see, despite that the initial speed is lower than in the case of the Tesla Model S, its final speed is higher, so the average speed reduction was slower.
Nonetheless, from the user perspective, when driving in default settings , the results are as they are. The Tesla has a very good chassis, electronics, and more optimal settings.
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