In one corner, we have the Tesla Model S and in the other, a 2016 BMW i8. Which car do you think should win the battle?
The Tesla Model S comes in with an electric engine that will be mated to a 1-speed direct drive transmission. The electric engine will be able to deliver about 382hp and 325 Torque and will offer their customers about 230miles of range. The Tesla Model S will also come with safety features like ABS, daytime running lights, traction control, parking aid, tire pressure monitoring and more. The base model will retail for $70,000.
The BMW i8, on the other hand, will come with a hybrid engine that will consist of a 1.5-liter engine and an electric engine. The engine will deliver about 357hp and 420 Torque and will be mated to a six-speed auto transmission. The BMW i8 will offer their customers about 15miles of electric range and is estimated to return about 76mpg when combined. The base model will retail for about $140,700.
Which model will you pick?
