Here’s an extremely interesting Porsche family feud: a drag race between the 918 Spyder hybrid supercar and the Taycan Turbo S electric executive saloon.
Not long ago, we would have had no problem in guessing the winner, considering that both are stock, as no family car could have been quicker than a hybrid hypercar. Nonetheless, things have drastically changed over last few years to the point where it could really be anyone’s game in a quarter-mile race.
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In the case of the Taycan, we are talking about a seriously fast machine that needs only 2.6 seconds to sprint to 60 mph (96 km/h) from a standstill, and can keep pushing up to 161 mph (260 km/h). The two electric motors develop a total system output of 750 HP and 774 lb-ft (1,050 Nm) of torque, and with the 93.4 kWh lithium-ion battery fully charged, which is mounted between the two axles for optimum weight distribution, it has an EPA-rated range of 192 miles (309 km/h).
Being almost 10 times pricier than the Taycan Turbo S, the 918 Spyder is a bit faster to 60 mph (96 km/h), and has a significantly higher top speed of 214 mph (344 km/h). It uses a 4.6-liter naturally aspirated V8 engine and two electric motors, which are good for a total of 875 HP and 944 lb-ft (1,280 Nm).
Now, it does seem like the 918 has a slight advantage over the Taycan – plus, it is significantly lighter. On the other side, the Taycan Turbo S’ instant and constant electric torque makes it a ferocious performer, but is that enough to help it beat the mighty 918?
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