Over 0–100 km/h, Model Y Long Range AWD wins (5,05 s vs 5,33 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 | X7 xDrive50i G07 | Model Y Long Range AWD | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 5.33 s | 5.05 s | 0.28 s · Model Y Long Range AWD |
| 400 m standing start | 13.57 s | 13.27 s | 0.30 s · Model Y Long Range AWD |
| 1,000 m standing start | 24.64 s | 23.97 s | 0.67 s · Model Y Long Range AWD |
| Top speed (electronically limited) | 250 km/h | 217 km/h | 33 km/h · X7 xDrive50i G07 |
| Power-to-weight ratio | 5.32 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 | X7 xDrive50i G07 | Model Y Long Range AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 0–30 km/h | 1.39 s · tight gap | 1.46 s |
| 0–50 km/h | 2.29 s · tight gap | 2.44 s |
| 0–80 km/h | 3.92 s | 3.91 s · tight gap |
| 0–100 km/h | 5.33 s | 5.05 s |
| 0–120 km/h | 7.08 s | 6.51 s |
| 0–160 km/h | 12.00 s | 10.96 s |
| 0–200 km/h | 19.96 s | 17.80 s |
| 400 m standing start | 13.57 s | 13.27 s |
| 1,000 m standing start | 24.64 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 | 462 hp | 8 cyl |
| Torque | 650 Nm | |
| Weight | 2 460 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 5.33 s for the X7 xDrive50i. The instant torque of 533 Nm from the electric motor makes the difference. Despite the faster sprint time, the X7 xDrive50i is 1 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 137 km/h for the X7 xDrive50i. The gap is 0.13 s. The challenger starts to claw back ground.
At 400 metres standing start, the Model Y Long Range AWD crosses the line in 13.27 s versus 13.57 s. The 0.30 s gap represents roughly 14 m of track - two to three car lengths.
Past 400 metres, the Model Y Long Range AWD continues to build its lead. At 600 metres, it runs at 197 km/h versus 190 km/h. At 1,000 metres, the Model Y Long Range AWD finishes in 23.97 s versus 24.64 s, with a 0.67 s lead. Despite a higher top speed (250 (i.e. 155 mph - industry threshold) km/h), the X7 xDrive50i never recovers its launch deficit.
Both rivals are electronically governed, but not at the same level: the X7 xDrive50i 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 8.16 seconds. The 0.28 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 5,33 s).
X7 xDrive50i G07 goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 5,33 seconds (calibrated simulation).
X7 xDrive50i G07: 462 hp, ratio 5,32 kg/hp. Model Y Long Range AWD: 384 hp, ratio 5,22 kg/hp.
X7 xDrive50i G07: 250 km/h. Model Y Long Range AWD: 217 km/h.