Telsa plaid vs ZR1 Corvette

Performance: 2019 ZR1 vs Model S Plaid
2019 Corvette ZR1
Engine: 6.2-liter supercharged LT5 V8 — 755 hp and 715 lb-ft torque.
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0–60 mph: ~ 2.85 seconds (manufacturer / press-quote)
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Quarter-mile (1/4 mi): ~ 10.6 seconds at ~134 mph (some tests slightly slower: 10.7 s @ 135 mph)
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Top speed: “over 210 mph” claimed by manufacturer, and in tests it has been recorded at ~212 mph.
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Configuration: Front-engine, rear-wheel drive; 2-door sports coupe; high-performance tires (often high-grip, summer track-type rubber when using performance packages)
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Tesla Model S Plaid
Powertrain: Tri-motor all-wheel drive, ~1,020 hp.
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0–60 mph: Official claim ~1.99–2.0 s (with rollout), but in “normal-surface” independent testing about 2.1 s.
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Quarter-mile: ~ 9.4 seconds at ~150–152 mph (tested)
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Top speed: ~ 200 mph (manufacturer spec) under ideal conditions.
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Configuration: 4-door electric sedan, all-wheel drive.
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🏆 Who’s “Faster” — It Depends on What You Care About
✅ For 0–60 mph / quarter-mile / drag-style acceleration → Model S Plaid tends to win
Plaid’s 0–60 of ~2.1 s and quarter-mile ~9.4 s is significantly quicker than ZR1’s ~2.85 s and ~10.6–10.7 s.
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The all-wheel-drive and instant electric torque give Plaid a big advantage off the line and in real-world drag-strip or street-launch situations.
✅ For top-end speed and “classic supercar” V8 experience → ZR1 has the edge
ZR1’s top speed (~212 mph) beats Plaid’s ~200 mph (in ideal conditions).
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ZR1 delivers the traditional feel: roaring supercharged V8, rear-wheel drive, lighter/less-heavy EV-weight characteristics, and arguably more “driver feel” and engagement than a heavy EV sedan.
🎯 What “Faster” Means Depends on Your Use Case
If you’re talking about drag-strip sprints, 0–60 bursts, roll races, or straight ¼-mile runs — Model S Plaid is often “faster.”
If you care about top speed, engine sound/feel, classic sports-car vibe, or high-speed highway runs — ZR1 offers a different kind of performance that many prefer.
For everyday driving: Plaid brings EV benefits (instant torque, AWD traction, less maintenance), but ZR1 gives a pure sports-car experience and may handle better under “sports-car driving” conditions (less weight, ICE dynamics).
🧑‍⚖️ My Take: Real-World — Plaid is harder to beat off the line; ZR1 is neck-and-neck if you push it high speed
If I were racing from a standstill to a quarter-mile — Plaid likely wins by a good margin. But if I were doing a highway run or enjoying a “real sports-car drive,” ZR1’s V8 and top speed make it a serious contender.