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Originally Posted by JasH
Cool video. The Tesla S definitely felt quick when I drove it, so that test vs the M5 does not surprise me too much. Only surprised that the Tesla was not further ahead at the start.
btw if you were after the i8 based on performance you really were looking at the wrong car. It is very quick, but not that quick. There are lots of faster cars.
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Tesla also drops off quick as speed increases...which is an even more pointless factor in the US where you're never legally able to go over 80 except a few specific roads/tolls.
The i8 gives you the level of performance you need for the environment you're going to use it in. Not to mention the electric drive and fuel range combination. You can "refuel" a i8 in 5 minutes at a gas station if you're on a long trip. You can "refuel" your Tesla in 5-6 hours if you can find a station, faster with a Supercharger but the nearest Supercharger to me is 300-400 miles. I couldn't make it home from a Tesla dealer without stoping for at least 3-4 hours to charge.