Over 0–100 km/h, Model Y Long Range AWD wins (5,05 s vs 5,15 s).
Simulated drag race 0 → 1,000 m in real time. Synchronised speed counters and stopwatch. Physics calibration on 7 manufacturer measurements.
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| Measure | X5 M50d F15 | Model Y Long Range AWD | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 5.15 s | 5.05 s | 0.10 s · Model Y Long Range AWD |
| 400 m standing start | 13.47 s | 13.27 s | 0.20 s · Model Y Long Range AWD |
| 1,000 m standing start | 24.61 s | 23.97 s | 0.64 s · Model Y Long Range AWD |
| Top speed (electronically limited) | 250 km/h | 217 km/h | 33 km/h · X5 M50d F15 |
| Power-to-weight ratio | 5.69 kg/hp | 5.22 kg/hp | better ratio · Model Y Long Range AWD |
Standing-start drag race, calibrated on manufacturer splits. The gap shows at each stage.
| Stage | X5 M50d F15 | Model Y Long Range AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 0–30 km/h | 1.33 s · tight gap | 1.46 s |
| 0–50 km/h | 2.15 s | 2.44 s |
| 0–80 km/h | 3.71 s | 3.91 s |
| 0–100 km/h | 5.15 s | 5.05 s · tight gap |
| 0–120 km/h | 6.95 s | 6.51 s |
| 0–160 km/h | 12.03 s | 10.96 s |
| 0–200 km/h | 20.34 s | 17.80 s |
| 400 m standing start | 13.47 s | 13.27 s |
| 1,000 m standing start | 24.61 s | 23.97 s |
| Top speed limited | 250 km/h | 217 km/h |
Physics model calibrated on manufacturer splits. The limited top speed is not the real aerodynamic top speed of the vehicles.
Manufacturer technical specifications. The power-to-weight ratio is the key physical factor in a drag race.
| Characteristic | Value | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 400 hp | 6 cyl |
| Torque | 760 Nm | |
| Weight | 2 275 kg | manufacturer kerb weight |
| Drivetrain | Integrale (AWD) | |
| Gearbox | Eight-speed Steptronic transmission |
| Characteristic | Value | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 384 hp | Dual Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor |
| Torque | 533 Nm | |
| Weight | 2 003 kg | manufacturer kerb weight |
| Drivetrain | Integrale (AWD) | |
| Gearbox | Single-speed fixed gear |
Off the line, the Model Y Long Range AWD hits 100 km/h in 5.05 s versus 5.15 s for the X5 M50d. The instant torque of 533 Nm from the electric motor makes the difference. Despite the faster sprint time, the X5 M50d is 5 m further along the track at this moment: stronger low-speed acceleration offsets a slower run beyond 100 km/h.
At 200 metres, the Model Y Long Range AWD is doing 143 km/h against 136 km/h for the X5 M50d. The gap is 0.01 s. The gap remains stable from the start.
At 400 metres standing start, the Model Y Long Range AWD crosses the line in 13.27 s versus 13.47 s. The 0.20 s gap represents roughly 10 m of track - barely a car length.
Past 400 metres, the Model Y Long Range AWD continues to build its lead. At 600 metres, it runs at 197 km/h versus 189 km/h. At 1,000 metres, the Model Y Long Range AWD finishes in 23.97 s versus 24.60 s, with a 0.63 s lead. Despite a higher top speed (250 (i.e. 155 mph - industry threshold) km/h), the X5 M50d never recovers its launch deficit.
Both rivals are electronically governed, but not at the same level: the X5 M50d is capped at 250 (i.e. 155 mph - industry threshold) km/h, the Model Y Long Range AWD at 217 km/h. This isn’t a physical engine limit - it’s a manufacturer choice, usually for tyre safety or homologation reasons. Neither car reaches its true aerodynamic top speed.
Instant electric torque gives an advantage off the line. The higher top speed of the combustion engine gives an advantage over longer distances. The distance at which one catches the other depends on the top speed differential.
In European road use (130 km/h max), both vehicles reach the legal speed limit in under 8.07 seconds. The 0.10 s difference in 0 to 100 km/h is mostly felt in motorway merging and overtaking.
Over 0–100 km/h, Model Y Long Range AWD wins (5,05 s vs 5,15 s).
X5 M50d F15 goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 5,15 seconds (calibrated simulation).
X5 M50d F15: 400 hp, ratio 5,69 kg/hp. Model Y Long Range AWD: 384 hp, ratio 5,22 kg/hp.
X5 M50d F15: 250 km/h. Model Y Long Range AWD: 217 km/h.