autoevolution
 

Tesla Model X P90D vs. Model S 0-155 MPH Acceleration Comparison Shows Speed Gap

Tesla Model X P90D vs Model S P90D Autobahn 0-155 MPH 4 photos
Photo: YouTube screenshot
Tesla Model X P90D vs Model S P90D Autobahn 0-155 MPHTesla Model X P90D vs Model S P90D Autobahn 0-155 MPHTesla Model X P90D vs Model S P90D Autobahn 0-155 MPH
When it comes to the scale footprint of its vehicles, Tesla is a lot like Bentley, with the Model X-Model S pair resembling the Bentayga-Continental GT in two ways.
First of all, none of these cars will treat the scale easily, while the weight difference between the SUVs and their non-lifted range mates isn't as large as in the case of most other cars on the market.

Having gone past the Palo Alto-Crew comparison, how do Tesla's Model X and Model S stack up against each other? Well, we're here to answer that question with the help of an acceleration comparison video.

We're dealing with a pair of P90D models that get hooned on a derestricted section of the German Autobahn. And while the two don't engage in a drag race, the comparison footage brings us the next best thing.

The EVs, which both come with the sprint-happy Ludicrous mode, are taken from standstill to their 155 mph (make that 250 km/h, you metric system fans) maximum velocity - thanks to the layout of this clip, it's easy to keep an eye on the gap between the two EVs.

However, as you monitor the said gap, keep in mind that drag is proportional to the square of velocity.

And yes, this comparison no longer covers new cars, since Tesla has recently discontinued the P90D, leaving a massive pricing gap to the P100D.

And speaking of the "100" model, the electric vehicle producer hasn't shown us the full performance of its new range-topper yet. Back on Friday, Elon Musk used his Twitter account to let us know the Model S P100D hasn't delivered its full blow yet.



And with the Model S already holding the record for the quickest sedan in the quarter-mile, we can't wait to see what that Easter Egg is all about.

If you liked the article, please follow us:  Google News icon Google News Youtube Instagram
About the author: Andrei Tutu
Andrei Tutu profile photo

In his quest to bring you the most impressive automotive creations, Andrei relies on learning as a superpower. There's quite a bit of room in the garage that is this aficionado's heart, so factory-condition classics and widebody contraptions with turbos poking through the hood can peacefully coexist.
Full profile

 

Would you like AUTOEVOLUTION to send you notifications?

You will only receive our top stories