The Battle of Electric Sedans: Acura NSX Type S vs. Lucid Air
Introduction
Electric sedans have been dominating sports cars in drag races on YouTube for years. With the latest models like the Acura NSX Type S and Lucid Air, the competition is fiercer than ever. But can raw power and torque alone determine the winner in a drag race that involves braking and tight turns?
The Showdown
Edmunds recently organized a U-Drag race between the 600 hp Acura NSX Type S and the 819 hp Lucid Air. Both cars are all-wheel drive, but the Lucid Air boasts significantly more torque at 885 lb-ft compared to the NSX’s 492 lb-ft. The NSX, on the other hand, is lighter and more aerodynamic, giving it an edge in certain aspects.
The Races
In the first race, the Lucid Air outperformed the Acura NSX in acceleration, hitting 60 mph in 3.13 seconds and completing the quarter-mile in 10.9 seconds. The NSX managed to gain some ground during braking and cornering but couldn’t match the Lucid’s straight-line speed.
In the second race, the tables turned as the Lucid Air seemed to struggle with power delivery, allowing the NSX to take the lead.
The final race is where the true winner emerges, showcasing the difference between electric cars built for speed and combustion vehicles designed for performance.
Conclusion
While electric cars like the Lucid Air can excel in certain conditions, true performance cars like the Acura NSX Type S are built to handle repeated unleashing of power without compromise. The U-Drag race between these two impressive machines is a testament to the evolving landscape of automotive performance.
