A video shared online shows a Porsche Cayman GT4 attempting to compete with a Tesla Model S P90D in a street race, but the Porsche lost control and spun out. The incident occurred as both vehicles rounded a corner, with the Porsche doing a 360-degree spin before stopping near the curb.
The footage was uploaded to Instagram by user 'Teszila', who was en route to a car show called PML Quick Strike. He told Teslarati that the Porsche was aggressively riding his bumper before he accelerated away from a traffic light. The Porsche kept up until the Tesla took a sharp turn, where the Cayman driver lost control.
The Tesla Model S, known for its electric drivetrain and low centre of gravity, offers improved handling and reduced rollover risk. It can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in as little as 2.5 seconds in the P100D variant, with a 'Ludicrous mode' option available for $10,000.
Porsche is reportedly developing its own electric vehicle, the Mission E, set for production in 2019. It is expected to have over 310 miles of range and a 0-60 mph time of 3.5 seconds, positioning it as a competitor to the Tesla Model S.
