Even though the M3\u2019s gearbox hesitated at the beginning of the first drag race, the Bavarian super sedan still managed to win. It completed the quarter mile in 9.7 seconds whereas the Model S Plaid<\/a> took half a second more. With the Tesla\u2019s battery properly heated, the outcome was much different since the EV easily won the subsequent drag race.<\/p>\n The decider was a veritable photo finish as the drivers needed to see the footage to find out who won. The Plaid triumphed in the quarter mile with a 9.7-second time, making it a tenth of a second quicker than the BMW. However, the tuned M3 Competition xDrive was first to the half-mile after the Plaid ran out of puff at higher speeds. It should be noted that Tesla does sell a hotter Model S Plaid with a Track Pack unlocking a 200-mph top speed but this car didn\u2019t have it.<\/p>\n Because of its lower top speed, the Tesla had to settle for second place in the rolling race as the M3 reached considerably higher speeds. Surprisingly, the heavier car won the brake test, with the Model S Plaid Performance coming to a halt much sooner than the BMW. We should mention both cars came equipped with Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires.<\/p>\n Lest we forget BMW has already confirmed an M3-like electric sedan<\/a> is in the works, and we reckon that will give the Model S Plaid a run for its money. Don’t expect to see it sooner than 2027, though.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/cdn.bmwblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/BMW-M3-Competition-Test-Drive-17-of-40-830x467.jpg\")
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