Skoda staged an unusual generational comparison at Dunsfold Aerodrome in the UK. In a drag race, the new electric crossover Elroq vRS went head-to-head with legendary 1980s supercars – the Ferrari Testarossa, Lamborghini Countach, and Porsche 944 Turbo. Over the short distance, the modern model was the first to cross the finish line.
The secret to the advantage was not just in the specifications. The Elroq vRS is equipped with two electric motors producing 340 hp, all-wheel drive, and a system that instantly distributes torque between the wheels. Thanks to this, the driver only needs to press the accelerator pedal, while the drivers of classic supercars have to precisely work the clutch, gearbox, and contend with wheelspin.
The Elroq vRS accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.4 seconds, making it the fastest production car in Skoda's history. However, the company itself notes that according to official data, the Ferrari Testarossa is capable of performing this exercise in 5.3 seconds, but realizing the car's potential in practice is significantly more difficult.
Despite winning in acceleration, classic supercars maintain an advantage in top speed. The Elroq vRS is limited to 180 km/h, while the Testarossa, Countach, and Porsche 944 Turbo can exceed 250 km/h. Additionally, the modern crossover offers five seats, a spacious trunk, and an 82 kWh traction battery (77 kWh usable capacity) with a range of up to 554 km according to the WLTP cycle.
This experiment clearly shows how far mass-produced cars have advanced. However, the emotionality, engine sound, and character of classic supercars still remain something that cannot be measured with a stopwatch.
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