A Tesla driver’s confidence in his electric vehicle was put to the test after he challenged a Lamborghini equipped with a V12 engine to a street race — and the results went about as expected.
In footage shared online, a white Tesla pulled up beside the exotic supercar in traffic. The EV driver claimed his car was faster, prompting both to accelerate in a brief but decisive test of power. Moments later, the unmistakable roar of twelve cylinders drowned out the near-silent hum of the Tesla as the Lamborghini surged ahead, proving that old-school combustion still holds its own against instant electric torque.
According to viewers, the Tesla in question may not have even been the high-performance Model S Plaid the driver implied. Many car enthusiasts pointed out that it appeared to be a Model Y instead — possibly not even a Performance trim. That clarification made the matchup far less even than the driver may have hoped.
Still, the incident stirred plenty of online debate about performance metrics in today’s car scene. Tesla remains a leader in electric speed, and its top-tier Plaid models have shocked the automotive world by rivaling hypercars in straight-line acceleration. Yet, the Lamborghini’s V12 engine represents one of the most revered mechanical achievements in automotive history, delivering not only speed but a visceral driving experience that electric motors can’t replicate.
For all the bravado, the outcome wasn’t much of a surprise — the Lamborghini roared past with ease. But the playful exchange between two very different performance machines highlights the evolving competition between electric innovation and traditional supercar engineering. In the end, while EVs continue rewriting performance records, the unmistakable growl of a V12 remains an enduring reminder of automotive passion and power.
