Garlan Garner
Banned
I know why the one on the left looks horrible to you.
Its mirrors are folded in. That car is hideous with those mirrors folded like that.
LOL
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To my eye, the left looks taller and narrower than the one on the right. Reality is likely in between. I hadn't realized how much distortion cellphones create.I know why the one on the left looks horrible to you.
Its mirrors are folded in. That car is hideous with those mirrors folded like that.
LOL
The S here is spared from this illusion because the angle of the shot happens to line up with the slope of the roof. That is, it looks more like the S roof slopes back smoothly because the angle suggests it does. The 3, and to some extent the X, also slope back smoothly like the S. We know this because we can actually look at the cars. In this image though, there aren't any depth cues, which gives that smooth sloping surface the appearance of a giant forehead. Also, notice the 3 is the only one shot completely head on. Both the S and X are at an angle, giving us more depth information.
Well, perhaps it's a matter of opinion, but I don't think the S looks any better from this angle. The BMW looks alright, again, because that little bit of metal roof cues our brains into the fact that we're seeing a gently sloping windshield and not a big flat piece of glass that extends into infinity. Not that this is a big deal, because the effect is an illusion that doesn't extend to the real world.View attachment 244556
Both Motortrend shots with presumably similar camera settings at pretty much the same angle. Professional photos with well-adjusted, realistic focal lengths. Which car looks better? Obviously the S, since you can't possibly have your budget car compete in looks to your premium car, but let's dig a little deeper.
It looks damn sexy in this picture. The forehead as you call it looks pretty flat to me. Also taken by Motortrend.View attachment 244556
Both Motortrend shots with presumably similar camera settings at pretty much the same angle. Professional photos with well-adjusted, realistic focal lengths. Which car looks better? Obviously the S, since you can't possibly have your budget car compete in looks to your premium car, but let's dig a little deeper.
Model 3 has a giant forehead. It always will because the hood is so small. It's much lower than the S, yet the height is unchanged (+/- .5"). Model 3 is also a hell of a lot more narrow which actually makes the Model 3 hood line appear taller than Model S (look at bottom pics), even when viewed side by side like this! This obviously also exacerbates the tallness of the glass, coupled with the more vertical angle of the sides of the windshield. The actual low hood line means the effect is doubled. it loses out on the sleek, flat, triangular look and opts for a tall, boxy, bubbly look, which makes the car look top-heavy.
Also threw in a bonus image of the 3-series (taken by Motortrend) to demonstrate the quintessential notion of "sporty", "sexy", and "sedan". Looks a lot like the S, huh? Makes the 3 look even more derpy by comparison. It looks like a clown car
I've never understood why the car magazines (and companies) take a "rat's" view of the car. No human (adult) gets that look unless lying flat on the road. Why not present realistic human height pictures ?Both Motortrend shots with presumably similar camera settings at pretty much the same angle. Professional photos with well-adjusted, realistic focal lengths. Which car looks better? Obviously the S, since you can't possibly have your budget car compete in looks to your premium car, but let's dig a little deeper.
I love how the Model S looks too, but the one thing I can't stand is the rear window view from the inside. Seriously you can't see anything. I would have much rather they made the roof line taller so I can get some more visibility.Well, perhaps it's a matter of opinion, but I don't think the S looks any better from this angle. The BMW looks alright, again, because that little bit of metal roof cues our brains into the fact that we're seeing a gently sloping windshield and not a big flat piece of glass that extends into infinity. Not that this is a big deal, because the effect is an illusion that doesn't extend to the real world.
The lower hood, on the other hand, is one of the 3's best features in my opinion. Remember, the most important viewing angle of a car is the one from the driver's seat.
View attachment 244556
Both Motortrend shots with presumably similar camera settings at pretty much the same angle. Professional photos with well-adjusted, realistic focal lengths. Which car looks better? Obviously the S, since you can't possibly have your budget car compete in looks to your premium car, but let's dig a little deeper.
Model 3 has a giant forehead. It always will because the hood is so small. It's much lower than the S, yet the height is unchanged (+/- .5"). Model 3 is also a hell of a lot more narrow which actually makes the Model 3 hood line appear taller than Model S (look at bottom pics), even when viewed side by side like this! This obviously also exacerbates the tallness of the glass, coupled with the more vertical angle of the sides of the windshield. The actual low hood line means the effect is doubled. it loses out on the sleek, flat, triangular look and opts for a tall, boxy, bubbly look, which makes the car look top-heavy.
Also threw in a bonus image of the 3-series (taken by Motortrend) to demonstrate the quintessential notion of "sporty", "sexy", and "sedan". Looks a lot like the S, huh? Makes the 3 look even more derpy by comparison. It looks like a clown car
It looks damn sexy in this picture. The forehead as you call it looks pretty flat to me. Also taken by Motortrend.
Yep, it's all relative... What did you park next to? (Or what makes the Roadster look tiny?)The Model S looks ridiculous tall in this picture compared to these sport cars.
View attachment 244556
Both Motortrend shots with presumably similar camera settings at pretty much the same angle. Professional photos with well-adjusted, realistic focal lengths. Which car looks better? Obviously the S, since you can't possibly have your budget car compete in looks to your premium car, but let's dig a little deeper.
Model 3 has a giant forehead. It always will because the hood is so small. It's much lower than the S, yet the height is unchanged (+/- .5"). Model 3 is also a hell of a lot more narrow which actually makes the Model 3 hood line appear taller than Model S (look at bottom pics), even when viewed side by side like this! This obviously also exacerbates the tallness of the glass, coupled with the more vertical angle of the sides of the windshield. The actual low hood line means the effect is doubled. it loses out on the sleek, flat, triangular look and opts for a tall, boxy, bubbly look, which makes the car look top-heavy.
Also threw in a bonus image of the 3-series (taken by Motortrend) to demonstrate the quintessential notion of "sporty", "sexy", and "sedan". Looks a lot like the S, huh? Makes the 3 look even more derpy by comparison. It looks like a clown car
@eisbock what is your point? The Model 3 is a revolutionary, evolutionary car of the future. If you don't like it, don't buy one. Complaining on TMC is not going to make Tesla change the design, especially when they have ~500K reservations. Do you think you are going to make me change my mind? What is it you are trying to accomplish?Also threw in a bonus image of the 3-series (taken by Motortrend) to demonstrate the quintessential notion of "sporty", "sexy", and "sedan". Looks a lot like the S, huh? Makes the 3 look even more derpy by comparison. It looks like a clown car
That's because it is ridiculously tall compared to those sports cars.The Model S looks ridiculous tall in this picture compared to these sport cars.
Exactly. Omg the roadster looks like a toy car in those pictures. It's a nice looking car in real life though. I've seen a few on the freeway.Yep, it's all relative... What did you park next to? (Or what makes the Roadster look tiny?)
Well sure, but now about if we include the Tesla Roadster in such a photo.The Model S looks ridiculous tall in this picture compared to these sport cars.
My point is that it's all about perspective. If you look at the Model 3 by itself it's a great looking car. If you compare it to other vehicles you can say that certain part is too high or too small. But you can do that with any car.Well sure, but now about if we include the Tesla Roadster in such a photo.
View attachment 244556
Both Motortrend shots with presumably similar camera settings at pretty much the same angle. Professional photos with well-adjusted, realistic focal lengths. Which car looks better? Obviously the S, since you can't possibly have your budget car compete in looks to your premium car, but let's dig a little deeper.
Model 3 has a giant forehead. It always will because the hood is so small. It's much lower than the S, yet the height is unchanged (+/- .5"). Model 3 is also a hell of a lot more narrow which actually makes the Model 3 hood line appear taller than Model S (look at bottom pics), even when viewed side by side like this! This obviously also exacerbates the tallness of the glass, coupled with the more vertical angle of the sides of the windshield. The actual low hood line means the effect is doubled. it loses out on the sleek, flat, triangular look and opts for a tall, boxy, bubbly look, which makes the car look top-heavy.
Also threw in a bonus image of the 3-series (taken by Motortrend) to demonstrate the quintessential notion of "sporty", "sexy", and "sedan". Looks a lot like the S, huh? Makes the 3 look even more derpy by comparison. It looks like a clown car