The Porsche Taycan vs Tesla Model S: A Battle of Electric Supremacy

Well, lengths speak for themselves, with the Porsche Taycan boasting an impressive 4603mm length against the Tesla Model S's 1966mm width. On paper, one might expect the Model S to take the lead, but as we delve deeper into these electric behemoths, it becomes clear that there's more to this comparison than meets the eye.

Firstly, let's talk about charging speed. The Porsche Taycan is capable of 800-volt charging, which means it can gain an astonishing 100 kilometers of range in just five minutes. This technology doesn't yet exist on Tesla's Supercharger network, and even when it does, it'll likely make the current 480-volt setup seem slow by comparison. The added benefit of this higher voltage is that it allows for less heat generation and thinner wiring, making it easier to cool down the battery pack. And, as if that weren't enough, Porsche has also managed to squeeze in more room for cooling throughout the car, a feat no doubt made possible by their reputation for building incredibly reliable machines.

Now, let's discuss price. The Taycan Turbo S is essentially priced on par with a very well-equipped 911 Carrera 4S, considering the amount of cutting-edge tech that goes into it. While this may not be as stingy as one might hope, it's clear that Porsche has made an effort to keep costs down without sacrificing quality. In contrast, Tesla's Model S is likely to be a more expensive proposition, at least in the short term.

One area where Porsche does seem to have stumbled, however, is with its naming convention for the Taycan. Using "Turbo" and "Turbo S" on the car's badging seems a bit odd, especially when compared to Tesla's more straightforward approach. Perhaps they're simply being cautious and playing it safe, but it feels like a missed opportunity to create something truly unique and memorable.

Despite this quibble, there's little doubt that the Porsche Taycan is an incredibly well-designed vehicle. The exterior design is undeniably Porsche-esque, with clear nods to the iconic 911 shape. But it's not just the looks that set the Taycan apart – the interior is also a standout feature, boasting four screens and a cabin that's arguably more refined than anything Tesla has to offer.

Of course, no discussion of electric cars would be complete without talking about performance. In this regard, both the Taycan and Model S have been extensively benchmarked and put through their paces on the legendary Nurburgring circuit. Porsche's machine proved itself to be a formidable opponent, setting a lap time that would give even the most seasoned drivers pause.

But Tesla isn't one to be underestimated. Their latest 3-motor powertrain has seen the Model S set a record at Laguna Seca, which is certainly no small feat. And while it may not have matched the Taycan's outright performance on the 'Ring, it demonstrates that Tesla is still very much in the game.

So, who comes out on top? Ultimately, this will depend on your individual priorities and preferences. If you value raw performance and a reputation for reliability, then the Porsche Taycan might just take the crown. But if you're looking for a more straightforward electric driving experience with impressive road manners, the Tesla Model S is certainly worth considering.

As we wait to see both cars in action, one thing is certain: this is shaping up to be an epic battle of electric supremacy that will have far-reaching implications for the entire automotive industry. And who knows? Maybe by the time we're done writing about these two behemoths, we'll have a better understanding of which one truly reigns supreme.

"WEBVTTKind: captionsLanguage: enthe Tesla Model S has had things all to itself recently with most other new V's being city cars or SUVs but now that has all changed Porsche has entered the fray with the Taikan revealed on the eve of the Frankfurt Motor Show the much-awaited electric sports car is now ready and rearing to muscle its way into the premium Evi market aiming directly at Model S customers the internet has erupted it since the car was revealed with Tesla fanboys flying to the rescue of their beloved Model S and even Elon Musk having a jibe with the new Porsche so let's compare the two on paper and see how they shape up let's go with the top versions of each those being the Taikan Turbo S and the Model S performance let's do things top Trump style power Porsche 761 brake horsepower Tesla 661 brake horsepower torque Porsche 774 pounds feet Tesla 687 pains feet range Taikan 280 miles Model S 345 miles weight 2,295 kilograms for the Porsche versus 2241 kilograms a Tesla win now the Tesla is notorious for being a massive car to have included dimensions as well lengths the Porsche just takes in terms of length four thousand nine hundred sixty three millimeters against four thousand nine hundred and seventy-eight width 1966 millimeters versus 1963 a surprising win for the somewhat girthy Tesla price one hundred and thirty eight thousand eight hundred and twenty six pounds for the Taikan Turbo S versus one hundred one thousand pounds for the Tesla a substantial victory for the American car so on paper you could see the title goes to the Tesla but wait more to it than that the Porsches battery is capable of 800 volt charging allowing it to gain 100 kilometers of range in just five minutes that charging tech doesn't quite exist yet but give her a couple of years and it'll make Tesla's 480 volts superchargers seem slow by 800 volt system also makes for less heat and thinner wiring also makes for more room for cooling all over the car the price may be a sticking point for some people but remember that the Tyco and turbo s essentially cost the same as a very well spec 911 Carrera 4s considering the amount of brand new tech on true that makes a price somewhat less stinging something that I can prides itself on is the repeatability of performance one of Porsches main moves to achieve reliability when being driven hard is a use of a two-speed transmission in defiance of Tesla's single speed setup having a first gear means Porsche could use a smaller rear motor that is easier to cool once again cooling is something that Porsche has really taken seriously with its first TV considering the amount of heat Eevee's create on their load as changes like these that will give the Tyco an an edge when you want to give her a thrash one place we think Porsche has stumbled is keeping with their naming convention for the Taikan an electric car with turbo and Turbo S plastered on the back seems a little odd they had the chance to come up with a cool new naming convention to take the brand into the electric age either they're cooling off one of the greatest roles in the car industry or they've been too cautious and it's a bit of a blunder to counteract its dodgy badging that icon is one of the best-looking V's out there mostly because it still contains hallmarks of a Porsche it's more of a stretch 911 than a bespoke electric design and not only is the exterior went for Porsche but the interior is also pretty nifty four screens and a step above the minimalist cabin of anything from Tesla so what about real-world performance well something that has benchmarked that I can perform in is it snoring type a 742 or quicker than a 997 gt3 RS now whether you see much value in a lap time like that really is personal preference but with all performance car makers still using it as a way to judge a car's performance we think it still has some weight behind it and seemingly and a snap reaction from Elon Musk he is the clear that he is taking a Model S to the Nordschleife er maybe with Nico Rosberg at the wheel to squash all the tweets he will have had fired his way about the Titans time we're not sure whether Elon knows how the Nurburgring works seeing as you need to book the track to set an official time and the people in charge of the track haven't heard anything from Tesla has anyone told you all about that the Porsche has proven itself to be reliable and testing meaning that a flat-out lap time didn't seem like much of an issue for it but Tesla doesn't have the best history of heart performance driving for extended periods of time so it will be interesting to see whether a Model S can cope with the stress of a Nurburgring lap and then go on to say a decent time Tesla may be a bit too pure a trump card however a Model S with a new 3 motor powertrain has just set a track record around Laguna Seca so let's not count this car right just yet I think it's fair to look at it this way Porsche makes sports cars arguably some of the best in the world so judging both the Model S and Taikan as performance cars it's fair to assume that there's more chance Porsche has nailed it Tesla's always built electric cars to be the best road cars they can be but Porsche will have injected that icon with reliable performance to take to the track and on your favourite bits of country route it will be a well built high-performance car that happens to be electric rather than something that solely rides on the fact that it's an e V now we've just been looking at these cars hypothetically but we'll need to drive them back-to-back to see which one comes out on top but what do you guys think we do have at ICON Turbo S or a Model S performance tell us in the comments belowthe Tesla Model S has had things all to itself recently with most other new V's being city cars or SUVs but now that has all changed Porsche has entered the fray with the Taikan revealed on the eve of the Frankfurt Motor Show the much-awaited electric sports car is now ready and rearing to muscle its way into the premium Evi market aiming directly at Model S customers the internet has erupted it since the car was revealed with Tesla fanboys flying to the rescue of their beloved Model S and even Elon Musk having a jibe with the new Porsche so let's compare the two on paper and see how they shape up let's go with the top versions of each those being the Taikan Turbo S and the Model S performance let's do things top Trump style power Porsche 761 brake horsepower Tesla 661 brake horsepower torque Porsche 774 pounds feet Tesla 687 pains feet range Taikan 280 miles Model S 345 miles weight 2,295 kilograms for the Porsche versus 2241 kilograms a Tesla win now the Tesla is notorious for being a massive car to have included dimensions as well lengths the Porsche just takes in terms of length four thousand nine hundred sixty three millimeters against four thousand nine hundred and seventy-eight width 1966 millimeters versus 1963 a surprising win for the somewhat girthy Tesla price one hundred and thirty eight thousand eight hundred and twenty six pounds for the Taikan Turbo S versus one hundred one thousand pounds for the Tesla a substantial victory for the American car so on paper you could see the title goes to the Tesla but wait more to it than that the Porsches battery is capable of 800 volt charging allowing it to gain 100 kilometers of range in just five minutes that charging tech doesn't quite exist yet but give her a couple of years and it'll make Tesla's 480 volts superchargers seem slow by 800 volt system also makes for less heat and thinner wiring also makes for more room for cooling all over the car the price may be a sticking point for some people but remember that the Tyco and turbo s essentially cost the same as a very well spec 911 Carrera 4s considering the amount of brand new tech on true that makes a price somewhat less stinging something that I can prides itself on is the repeatability of performance one of Porsches main moves to achieve reliability when being driven hard is a use of a two-speed transmission in defiance of Tesla's single speed setup having a first gear means Porsche could use a smaller rear motor that is easier to cool once again cooling is something that Porsche has really taken seriously with its first TV considering the amount of heat Eevee's create on their load as changes like these that will give the Tyco an an edge when you want to give her a thrash one place we think Porsche has stumbled is keeping with their naming convention for the Taikan an electric car with turbo and Turbo S plastered on the back seems a little odd they had the chance to come up with a cool new naming convention to take the brand into the electric age either they're cooling off one of the greatest roles in the car industry or they've been too cautious and it's a bit of a blunder to counteract its dodgy badging that icon is one of the best-looking V's out there mostly because it still contains hallmarks of a Porsche it's more of a stretch 911 than a bespoke electric design and not only is the exterior went for Porsche but the interior is also pretty nifty four screens and a step above the minimalist cabin of anything from Tesla so what about real-world performance well something that has benchmarked that I can perform in is it snoring type a 742 or quicker than a 997 gt3 RS now whether you see much value in a lap time like that really is personal preference but with all performance car makers still using it as a way to judge a car's performance we think it still has some weight behind it and seemingly and a snap reaction from Elon Musk he is the clear that he is taking a Model S to the Nordschleife er maybe with Nico Rosberg at the wheel to squash all the tweets he will have had fired his way about the Titans time we're not sure whether Elon knows how the Nurburgring works seeing as you need to book the track to set an official time and the people in charge of the track haven't heard anything from Tesla has anyone told you all about that the Porsche has proven itself to be reliable and testing meaning that a flat-out lap time didn't seem like much of an issue for it but Tesla doesn't have the best history of heart performance driving for extended periods of time so it will be interesting to see whether a Model S can cope with the stress of a Nurburgring lap and then go on to say a decent time Tesla may be a bit too pure a trump card however a Model S with a new 3 motor powertrain has just set a track record around Laguna Seca so let's not count this car right just yet I think it's fair to look at it this way Porsche makes sports cars arguably some of the best in the world so judging both the Model S and Taikan as performance cars it's fair to assume that there's more chance Porsche has nailed it Tesla's always built electric cars to be the best road cars they can be but Porsche will have injected that icon with reliable performance to take to the track and on your favourite bits of country route it will be a well built high-performance car that happens to be electric rather than something that solely rides on the fact that it's an e V now we've just been looking at these cars hypothetically but we'll need to drive them back-to-back to see which one comes out on top but what do you guys think we do have at ICON Turbo S or a Model S performance tell us in the comments below\n"