CAR WARS! 2021 Porsche Panamera OR Tesla Model S? WHICH Would YOU Spend YOUR Own Money On?

CAR WARS! 2021 Porsche Panamera OR Tesla Model S? WHICH Would YOU Spend YOUR Own Money On?
Earlier today Porsche showed the new Panamera.

With the 463 kW (630 PS; Panamera Turbo S models: Fuel consumption combined 11.1 – 10.7 l/100 km; CO2 emissions combined 253– 245 g/km (as of 08/2020)) Panamera Turbo S, the sports car manufacturer successfully supports its claim to best-in-class performance. The new top-of-the-range model betters the performance figures of the previous Panamera Turbo by a wide margin. Porsche also continues to pursue its E-Performance strategy. The Panamera 4S E-Hybrid is a new addition to the range of plug-in hybrids, offering a completely new drive system with 412 kW (560 PS; Panamera 4S E-Hybrid models: Fuel consumption combined 2.3 – 2.0 l/100 km, Electricity consumption combined 19.5 – 17.4 kWh/100 km; CO2 emissions combined 53 – 47 g/km (as of 08/2020)) system output. Compared with the previous hybrid models, the all-electric range has been boosted by up to 30 per cent. Comfort and sportiness both benefit from enhanced chassis components and control systems in combination with the new-generation steering control and tyres.

Turbo S: from zero to 100 km/h in 3.1 seconds

With a power output of 463 kW (630 PS; Panamera Turbo S models: Fuel consumption combined 11.1 – 10.7 l/100 km; CO2 emissions combined 253– 245 g/km (as of 08/2020)) and a torque of 820 newton metres, the new Panamera Turbo S offers 59 kW (80 PS) more power and 50 Nm more torque than the previous flagship Turbo with combustion engine. This has a very positive effect on driving performance: in Sport Plus mode, the Turbo S model accelerates from 0 – 100 km/h in just 3.1 seconds. Developed in Weissach and built in Zuffenhausen, the familiar four-litre V8 biturbo engine has been comprehensively overhauled to enable the car to achieve a top speed of 315 km/h (Panamera Turbo S models: Fuel consumption combined 11.1 – 10.7 l/100 km; CO2 emissions combined 253– 245 g/km (as of 08/2020)).

SO tell us Spies, if you had to buy the new Panamera OR the Tesla Model S, which company would get YOU dough?




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2021 Porsche Panamera Photo Gallery


MDarringerMDarringer - 8/26/2020 8:16:05 PM
-1 Boost
Panamera if those are the only choices, but the Panamera's days are numbered.


bonoharveybonoharvey - 8/26/2020 8:24:14 PM
+4 Boost
numbered why? I thought it was doing well



MDarringerMDarringer - 8/26/2020 8:55:38 PM
-4 Boost
Inevitably the encroachment of the Taycan as well as Porsche EVs below the Panamera will kill it.

Redoing the Panamera as a 5 Series priced EV coupesedan would be a genius move.

Panameras aren't cheap and its buyers can afford the Taycan which has all of the performance of the Panamera plus the status of being an EV. They have an identical form factor, but the Taycan is much better looking.


Section_31_JTKSection_31_JTK - 8/26/2020 9:17:23 PM
+2 Boost
I'd would buy the Tesla based on the price. If price no object, then the Panamera wins.


CANADIANCOMMENTSCANADIANCOMMENTS - 8/26/2020 9:39:46 PM
+1 Boost
Depends on what you require. The Taycan is actually much smaller on the inside than the Panamera. More of 4 seater than a 5 seater. Less headroom in the rear as well. If you worry about range you buy the Panamera. If you worry about status you buy the Taycan. Or lease if you are smart as the build quality is no longer there with too many VAG parts.


TauronB2GTauronB2G - 8/26/2020 11:32:03 PM
+4 Boost
Panamera and Taycan are super expensive.
Model S is old and desperately in need of a redesign. At this point I’d probably get an E63.



mini22mini22 - 8/27/2020 1:28:18 AM
+4 Boost
Well first of all is that issue with Tesla quality. Why would anyone in todays day and age spend that kind of money on a car that in many cases is either unfinished or has numerous quality flaws that you then need to take to a quality center after you have purchased the vehicle. You don't get that with a Panamera or Taycan. Further if you don't go for the Panamera turbo S or the Taycan Turbo S you are still getting decent performance with a price much closer to a Tesla.


skytopskytop - 8/27/2020 2:22:07 AM
+2 Boost
Teslas look like car rental vehicles. The Porsche has genuine style and handsome unique looks.


TomMTomM - 8/27/2020 6:23:35 AM
+1 Boost
Neither

I have multiple superior choices in my Garages for both sports cars and Luxury cars.

And if I want nostalgia for an old car - I have my first car I owned as well. Frankly - the Model S has run its course. ANd I never liked Porsche. THey would not be among my choices to replace any of my cars right now.


MDarringerMDarringer - 8/27/2020 8:34:11 AM
-1 Boost
Way to go Tommy for taking ventilator money and putting it in your own pocket like the good Democrat you are.


FoncoolFoncool - 8/27/2020 8:43:10 AM
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It’s kind of like the winner of the ugly dog contest, is the winner better looking the the runner up?


MDarringerMDarringer - 8/27/2020 8:57:42 AM
-3 Boost
Logically, the winner would be WORSE looking.


scenicbyway12scenicbyway12 - 8/27/2020 2:05:49 PM
+1 Boost
M5 Comp.



SanJoseDriverSanJoseDriver - 8/28/2020 12:50:38 AM
+3 Boost
The Model S Performance hands down, with enough left over to pick up a Model Y as well. If possible I would defer to early next year when the Plaid Model S is out and the Model Y process is more refined.


ctsangctsang - 8/28/2020 12:36:46 PM
+3 Boost
let the wallets do the talking


rumnycrumnyc - 8/28/2020 10:47:05 PM
+2 Boost
Tesla S is the logical choice. I wouldn't get a Panemara given Taycan is out. Either Porsche would be the emotional choice.

Given driving is a more than a utility and more a hobby, I would take any new or old Porsche over any Tesla any day, every day....
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