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Tesla Model X Long Range vs BMW M440i xDrive F32: which is truly faster?

Simulated drag race 0 → 1,000 m in real time. Synchronised speed counters and stopwatch. Physics calibration on 7 manufacturer measurements.

large SUV · 2020 vs 2020 · Methodology
TeslaBEVFaster

Model X Long Range

670 hp · 660 Nm · 2,459 kg · 2020

VS
BMWPetrol

M440i xDrive F32

374 hp · 500 Nm · 1,740 kg · 2020

Result · 0–100 km/h

ATesla Model X Long Range

4.29 s

Gap0.17 sin favour of Model X Long Range
BBMW M440i xDrive F32

4.47 s

Summary · Caralogy simulation
MeasureModel X Long RangeM440i xDrive F32Gap
0–100 km/h4.29 s4.47 s0.17 s · Model X Long Range
400 m standing start12.14 s12.66 s0.52 s · Model X Long Range
1,000 m standing start21.65 s22.97 s1.32 s · Model X Long Range
Top speed (electronically limited)250 km/h250 km/hSame
Power-to-weight ratio3.67 kg/hp4.65 kg/hpbetter ratio · Model X Long Range

Watch the race

Standing-start drag race, calibrated on manufacturer splits. The gap shows at each stage.

TeslaBEVModel X Long Range
Speed
0km/h
Timer
0,00s
Distance
0m
BMWPetrolM440i xDrive F32
Speed
0km/h
Timer
0,00s
Distance
0m
100 m
200 m
300 m
400 m
500 m
600 m
700 m
800 m
900 m
1000 m
0m → 1000m
Gap0m

Stage-by-stage comparison

Simulated performance at each stage. Best value in bold.
StageModel X Long RangeM440i xDrive F32
0–30 km/h1.28 s1.17 s · tight gap
0–50 km/h2.13 s1.94 s
0–80 km/h3.42 s3.29 s · tight gap
0–100 km/h4.29 s4.47 s
0–120 km/h5.30 s5.93 s
0–160 km/h8.29 s9.85 s
0–200 km/h12.64 s15.71 s
400 m standing start12.14 s12.66 s
1,000 m standing start21.65 s22.97 s
Top speed limited250 km/h250 km/h

Parameters and assumptions

Simulation

Start
Standing, straight line
Surface
Dry asphalt, 23°C
Wind
None
Driver
1 person, 75 kg

Calibration

Splits
0–100, 0–200 manufacturer
Power curve
Real measurement (Caralogy)
VMax
Manufacturer limited
Transmission
Losses integrated in model

Physics model calibrated on manufacturer splits. The limited top speed is not the real aerodynamic top speed of the vehicles.

Under the bonnet

Manufacturer technical specifications. The power-to-weight ratio is the key physical factor in a drag race.

Tesla

Model X Long Range

3,67kg/hpratio better by 0,98 kg/hp
CharacteristicValueDetail
Power670 hpDual Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
Torque660 Nm
Weight2 459 kgmanufacturer kerb weight
DrivetrainIntegrale (AWD)
GearboxSingle-speed fixed gear
BMW

M440i xDrive F32

4,65kg/hpcompensated by −719 kg
CharacteristicValueDetail
Power374 hp6 cyl
Torque500 Nm
Weight1 740 kgmanufacturer kerb weight
DrivetrainIntegrale (AWD)
GearboxEight-speed Steptronic transmission

The start: 0 to 100 km/h

Off the line, the Model X Long Range hits 100 km/h in 4.30 s versus 4.47 s for the M440i xDrive. The instant torque of 660 Nm from the electric motor makes the difference. Despite the faster sprint time, the M440i xDrive is 3 m further along the track at this moment: stronger low-speed acceleration offsets a slower run beyond 100 km/h.

From 100 km/h to 400 metres

At 200 metres, the Model X Long Range is doing 158 km/h against 146 km/h for the M440i xDrive. The gap is 0.18 s. The gap remains stable from the start.

At 400 metres standing start, the Model X Long Range crosses the line in 12.14 s versus 12.66 s. The 0.52 s gap represents roughly 26 m of track - two to three car lengths.

Beyond 400 metres: top speed comes into play

Past 400 metres, the Model X Long Range continues to build its lead. At 600 metres, it runs at 221 km/h versus 204 km/h. At 1,000 metres, the Model X Long Range finishes in 21.65 s versus 22.96 s, with a 1.32 s lead. Both vehicles have similar top speeds (250 (i.e. 155 mph - industry threshold) vs 250 (i.e. 155 mph - industry threshold) km/h), preventing any comeback.

What the numbers don’t tell you

Both rivals share the same electronic speed cap: the Model X Long Range and the M440i xDrive are governed to 249 (i.e. 155 mph - industry threshold) km/h. At that speed, standard-fit tyres approach their safety threshold - an industrial ceiling common to most electric vehicles in this segment. Neither car shows its true aerodynamic potential in this duel.

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 6.77 seconds. The 0.17 s difference in 0 to 100 km/h is mostly felt in motorway merging and overtaking.

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Frequently asked questions

Over 0–100 km/h, Model X Long Range wins (4,29 s vs 4,47 s).

Model X Long Range goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 4,29 seconds (calibrated simulation).

Model X Long Range: 670 hp, ratio 3,67 kg/hp. M440i xDrive F32: 374 hp, ratio 4,65 kg/hp.

Model X Long Range: 250 km/h. M440i xDrive F32: 250 km/h.