Model S Plaid Performance Thread

[omarsultan]

OK folks, now that we are finally seeing Plaids hitting the streets and the race tracks, let's see those time and hear your observations and thoughts on how well your Plaid goes zoooooooooom.

I'll start--this is my best 0-60 time -- done on a backroad out in the stick, about 80% battery, full Cheetah launch, with a bit of an uphill slope

** EDIT** Actually not my best time--see a couple of posts down from here

 

[Aleks0404]

Omar thanks for creating this thread. Here is some candy for all of us Brooks just posted he was more focused on the 60-130 mph time forget the 0-60

 

[omarsultan]

My bad - here is my best run so far--I guess not going uphill helps

 

[omarsultan]

Went to go for a drive on a break and tried a 0-60 run without Drag Strip Mode or Cheetah Launch--same spot I got the 2.28 in the prior post. So, without any set-up, 2.45, which is pretty sweet.

 

[Maximus023]

Went to go for a drive on a break and tried a 0-60 run without Drag Strip Mode or Cheetah Launch--same spot I got the 2.28 in the prior post. So, without any set-up, 2.45, which is pretty sweet.

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So if a SF90 pulls up next to you, best to use cheetah mode for the sure win

 

[Aleks0404]

Here is one 60-130 mph run amd brooks comment

 

[ICUDoc]

Good idea for a thread, Omarsultan
I'd love to hear comments here about handling as well?
Especially from anyone who's driven a Taycan- I drove one, it is MUCH nicer to throw around than the older Model S, but maybe Tesla have learned a thing or two, judging by a few comments about Plaid?
Better power, range , handling, finish- maybe Porsche's competition has driven Tesla to a new all-time high!?

 

[omarsultan]

So if a SF90 pulls up next to you, best to use cheetah mode for the sure win

Ah, leave it in regular mode--will be more exciting and let the Ferrari driver feel like they got their money's worth

 

[Maximus023]

Ah, leave it in regular mode--will be more exciting and let the Ferrari driver feel like they got their money's worth

You’re too kind, but just remember this scene from Fast and Furious

 

[omarsultan]

You’re too kind, but just remember this scene from Fast and Furious

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You know I have to go watch that tonight now

 

[omarsultan]

Plaid vs GTR

https://www.reddit.com/r/TeslaLounge/comments/o71e5l

 

[TorqueMonster]

this thread is awesome!!!!

60-130 mph in 4.6 seconds is amazing!

 

[TorqueMonster]

Is it possible to have a sticky up top with links to all the magazine tests (motortrend, RT, CD)? @omarsultan awesome 0-60 mph times. I think yours are the best we have seen so far.

 

[TorqueMonster]

another 2.1 0-60 mph.....

 

[omarsultan]

its funny how quickly Dragy counts off 30 then 60 -- I've noticed that too on my runs.

 

[omarsultan]

Is it possible to have a sticky up top with links to all the magazine tests (motortrend, RT, CD)? @omarsultan awesome 0-60 mph times. I think yours are the best we have seen so far.

Great idea - hey Mods, can we pin a post for magazine test times?

 

[TorqueMonster]

Great idea - hey Mods, can we pin a post for magazine test times?

also, we can put links to all the unplugged stuff as well....like the pikes peak and leguna seca videos. and future ring tests.

 

[TorqueMonster]

This car is such a gamechanger in automotive technology. I would even call it a technological marvel, and I don't say that about many things. I honestly believe this will be the car that becomes the new benchmark for the entire world in terms of acceleration.

I think what we are about to learn is that not only are these fast straight line cars, but they are untouchable on the track. Now, that, is really going to be eye opening for people.

as such, I am starting to research lighter wheels and break packages on unplugged performance web site. I get that these items will mainly enhance track performance, but I have to wonder if shave 100 pounds of unsprung weight will also shave off another .1 in the quarter mile (or more?)? Or will that loss of weight just make traction problems worse in the street....hahahah. Anyone have any thoughts on this?

 

[TorqueMonster]

60-130 mph in 4.5 seconds!

amazing 1/4 time on an unprepped surface as well.

 

[Aleks0404]

Good idea for a thread, Omarsultan
I'd love to hear comments here about handling as well?
Especially from anyone who's driven a Taycan- I drove one, it is MUCH nicer to throw around than the older Model S, but maybe Tesla have learned a thing or two, judging by a few comments about Plaid?
Better power, range , handling, finish- maybe Porsche's competition has driven Tesla to a new all-time high!?

60-130 mph in 4.5 seconds!

amazing 1/4 time on an unprepped surface as well.

Thats just ridiculous he even let off prior 1/4 mile looks like.