Porsche 911 Turbo S vs. Tesla Model S Plaid – Street Hits

April 13th, 2024

Some serious power is making it to the pavement when these two all-wheel drive supercars take to the interstate (in Mexico) for some high-speed low-drag shenanigans. Grab your gear and buckle-up ‘cause it’s about to get real. The 2022 Porsche 911 Turbo S is a German juggernaut. Featuring a rear-mounted twin turbocharged all-aluminum 3.7-liter flat six engine, the 911 Turbo S can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 2.2-seconds and blast through the quarter-mile in 10.7 seconds @ 137 mph. At a curb weight of 3,646-pounds, the Porsche 911 Turbo S has a top speed (electronically controlled) of 205 Read More

European Three-Way – BMW vs. Mercedes vs. Porsche Drag Race

March 25th, 2024

Far across the pond, somewhere in jolly old England, the Carwow staff have assembled a trio of luxurious sports sedans. Currently in various stages of modification, these European models will line up – side-by-side – and put it all on the line in a series of drag races. This should be fun. On the left is the all-wheel drive BMW M8 Gran Coupe with its 4.4-liter twin turbo V8 engine. At a curb weight of 4,365-pounds the M8 can produce 625hp at peak RPM. In stock trim this top-tier BMW could accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 2.7-seconds and Read More

Hybrid Supercar Showdown – Porsche 918 Spyder vs. Ferrari SF90

March 6th, 2024

The good news? There’s going to be a drag race between two of the most powerful hybrid production vehicles on the planet. The bad news? The Porsche 918 Spyder comes in at a price tag of approximately $1.5-million. The Ferrari SF90 is no bargain either with a sticker price of $480,000. Talk about blowing up the budget. Let’s have a closer look at these two expensive cars that will be competing in a standing drag race. Matt is in the all-wheel drive Porsche 918 Spyder. Powered by a naturally aspirated 4.6-liter V8 – combined with a pair of electric motors Read More

Gutted Tesla Model X Plaid vs. Big Turbo Porsche 911 Turbo S – Street Hits

February 27th, 2024

We are taking it to the streets – getting back to our roots – for some high-powered roll racing action between a pair of modified stallions. Our man Frank is on the scene with all the details. The Tesla Model X SUV is a beast of an all-electric grocery getter with a trio of electric motors that can make the equivalent of 1,020hp. In factory condition, the Model X plaid can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in only 2.5-seconds and turn the standing quarter-mile in 9.9-seconds @ 146.7 mph. That’s quicker than the Dodge Challenger Hellcat Redeye, the Chevrolet Read More

The Most Powerful Ford Ever – 2025 Mustang GTD

February 14th, 2024

With a ferocious desire to take the Nurburgring crown away from the Porsche GT3 RS, Ford engineers have produced the baddest Mustang to date. Looking like the space-age cousin of the iconic muscle car, the 2025 Mustang GTD is set to blow the competition away. Nicknamed the “Green Hell” by legendary race driver Jackie Stewart, the Nurburgring is one of the most challenging road courses in the world. It is where high-performance production track cars go to prove their worth. Ford would like to get a piece of the Nurburgring pie. In order to accomplish such a feat, they will Read More

McLaren, Lamborghini, Ferrari and Porsche – Four-Way Supercar Drag Race

January 24th, 2024

We are in for a special treat from across the pond. This Carwow clip delivers with a four-way supercar showdown. The combined value of these cars is more than $1-million. The thrills of pitting these monsters against one another on the drag strip are priceless. A standing quarter-mile drag race is on the horizon. We’ll begin with the McLaren 750S. Equipped with a twin turbocharged 4.0-liter V8, this rear-wheel drive British masterpiece can churn out 750hp at a curb weight of 3,062-pounds. This car is crazy quick and nimble. Next up is the Ferrari 296 GTB with its twin turbocharged Read More

800HP Porsche 911 Turbo S vs. Texas Streets

January 23rd, 2024

Oh, yeah! It’s on in the streets of Texas (Mexico) this evening. What we have is a modified Porsche 911 Turbo S that’s feeling froggy. With zero lily pads in the vicinity, he’s jumping on loud, shiny things with four wheels. Let’s see how it shakes out. Upgraded with an AIM Performance ES 800 turbo kit, our Porsche is trolling the boulevard for its next victim. He happens upon an unsuspecting Chevrolet Camaro SS with upgraded camshaft, cylinder heads and intake manifold. Fur ruffles and confrontation seems eminent. The two cars pull alongside one another and come up to speed Read More

Drag Racing on the Street – BMW M3 vs. Porsche 911 Turbo S

January 17th, 2024

As temps dip below freezing, things are heating up on the streets (of Mexico). Tonight, we have a pair of European luxury cars squaring off for a standing drag race. Blinding acceleration will be on full display as these two modified street machines toe the line. Buckle-up. On the left is the 2023 BMW M3 Competition with X-Drive all-wheel drive. This 4,000-pound sedan is powered by a twin turbocharged 3.0-liter inline 6-cylinder engine that can make 750whp in its current state. This car has been modified with aftermarket intake manifolds, exhaust downpipes, exhaust midpipes and an E40 tune. He’s also Read More

Porsche 911 Turbo S vs. Kong Ported Cadillac CTS-V – Street Hits

January 9th, 2024

Getting back in them streets, we find a grudge race between a pair of modified machines. Both vehicles rely heavily on forced air induction systems, and both are knocking the cover plum off the ball in the street game. Have a look. The 2022 Porsche 911 Turbo S (in white) is a rear-engine all-wheel drive monster from Germany. In factory trim, the Porsche features a twin turbocharged (and intercooled) all-aluminum 3.7-liter engine that can manage 640hp at peak RPM. The 3,646-pound 911 Turbo S can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 2.2-seconds and turn the standing quarter-mile in 10.1-seconds Read More

Car and Driver 0-150-0 Speed Test 2023

November 29th, 2023

In what has become the gold standard for performance in production vehicles, Car and Driver Magazine gathered some of the most capable cars – and SUVs – for a test of acceleration and braking prowess. Have a look at the vehicles in this contest and let us know what other vehicles should have been included. Beginning at the 8:44 mark, we find the Toyota GR Supra 3.0. Equipped with a twin turbocharged inline 3.0-liter 6-cylinder engine, the GR Supra can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 3.6-seconds and meander through the quarter-mile in 12.4-seconds @ 114 mph. In this Read More

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