Interesting that the M5 beats the Model 3 on every performance metric. But lap time is identical.
Obviously a well sorted chassis on the model 3.
BMW M5 vs Tesla Model 3 Performance
| Category | Model 3 Performance | BMW M5 (F90) |
|---|---|---|
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 487 / 480 | 600 / 592 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 639 / 471 | 750 / 553 |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 1852 / 4083 | 1921 / 4235 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 263 / 259 | 312 / 308 |
| Average price | €59,000 | €124,000 |
Lap Times
| Track | Model 3 Performance | BMW M5 (F90) |
|---|---|---|
| Top Gear Track | 1:21.50 | 1:19.80 |
| Velo Citta (1.68 km) | 1:01.58 | 1:00.94 |
| Motortrend Figure-8 | 0:24.20 | 0:23.30 |
| Laguna Seca (post 1988) | 1:39.83 | 1:39.81 |
| Contidrom (3.3 km) | 1:35.19 | 1:31.08 |
| Ring Knutstorp | 1:11.70 | 1:11.90 |
Acceleration (mph)
| Speed & distance | Model 3 Performance | BMW M5 (F90) |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 30 mph | 1.4 s | 1.1 s |
| 0 - 40 mph | 2.0 s | 1.6 s |
| 0 - 50 mph | 2.5 s | 2.2 s |
| 0 - 60 mph | 3.1 s | 2.8 s |
| 0 - 70 mph | 4.2 s | 3.6 s |
| 0 - 80 mph | 5.3 s | 4.6 s |
| 0 - 90 mph | 6.8 s | 5.6 s |
| 0 - 100 mph | 8.2 s | 6.6 s |
| 0 - 130 mph | 16.2 s | 11.1 s |
| 0 - 150 mph | 27.0 s | 15.9 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 8.3 s @ 100.7 mph | 7.7 s @ 105.6 mph |
| 1/4 mile | 11.5 s @ 122.4 mph | 10.9 s @ 129.0 mph |
Acceleration (kph)
| Speed & distance | Model 3 Performance | BMW M5 (F90) |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 40 kph | 1.4 s | 1.2 s |
| 0 - 50 kph | 1.6 s | 1.3 s |
| 0 - 60 kph | 2.0 s | 1.9 s |
| 0 - 100 kph | 3.1 s | 3.1 s |
| 0 - 130 kph | 5.5 s | 4.9 s |
| 0 - 150 kph | 7.2 s | 6.1 s |
| 0 - 160 kph | 7.8 s | 6.8 s |
| 0 - 200 kph | 13.6 s | 10.3 s |
| 0 - 250 kph | 30.1 s | 17.7 s |
| 1000 m | 21.8 s @ 236.0 kph | 20.2 s |
| 60 - 100 kph | 1.6 s | 1.6 s |
| 80 - 120 kph | 2.1 s | 1.9 s |
Braking distance
| Speed | Model 3 Performance | BMW M5 (F90) |
|---|---|---|
| 50 kph - 0 | 9 m (29 ft) | 8 m (26 ft) |
| 100 kph - 0 | 33 m (110 ft) | 30 m (99 ft) |
| 130 kph - 0 | 57 m (186 ft) | 60 m (198 ft) |
| 150 kph - 0 | 75 m (247 ft) | 69 m (225 ft) |
| 200 kph - 0 | 139 m (456 ft) | 124 m (408 ft) |
| 60 mph - 0 | 30 m (99 ft) | 30 m (97 ft) |
| 70 mph - 0 | 45 m (147 ft) | 45 m (147 ft) |
General performance
| Category | Model 3 Performance | BMW M5 (F90) |
|---|---|---|
| Top speed | 262 kph (163 mph) | 308 kph (191 mph) |
| Est. max acceleration | 0.87 g (8 m/s²) | 0.95 g (9 m/s²) |
| 18m slalom | 67.5 kph (41.9 mph) | 70.9 kph (44.1 mph) |
| Fuel economy | 13.6 kwh/100 km | 7.4 l/100 km (32 mpg US / 38 UK) |
| Lateral acceleration | 0.96 g (9 m/s²) | 1.00 g (10 m/s²) |
Summary
| Category | Model 3 Performance | BMW M5 (F90) |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 95 | 100 |
| Straight line speed | 66 | 100 |
| Overall | 83 | 100 |
Verdict
M5 is the fastest by considerable margin.
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Acceleration graph
Rory 6y ago
realstats 6y ago
its literally one track and is therefore not conclusive. The m5 has a much better chassis and better suspension for handling. Theres no denying that the Model 3 is a beast in Autocross though
Dave 3y ago @realstats
It’s twice the cost it should be put against the S class Tesla then Tesla wins all over
