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Electric vs. Petrol: Brabus Drag Race Showdown

Electric vs. Petrol: Brabus Drag Race Showdown
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In this electrifying episode from carwow, Matt Watson takes on the ultimate battle of the Brabus beasts: an electric Smart EQ ForTwo Brabus versus a petrol-powered Mercedes G Coupe Brabus. It's a clash of the titans as these two powerhouses go head-to-head in a standing quarter-mile drag race. The Smart EQ ForTwo Brabus boasts a respectable 430 horsepower and 580 Nm of torque, thanks to its dual electric motors. With a weight of 1.9 tons and a price tag of £44,000, this electric speedster is no lightweight when it comes to performance.

On the other side of the ring, we have Mark McAn and his modified Mercedes G Coupe Brabus. This beast of a machine is armed with a monstrous 6.0L V8 twin-turbo engine, delivering a jaw-dropping 850 horsepower and 1450 Nm of torque. Weighing in at a hefty 2,350 kg and with a price tag of £300,000, this petrol-powered brute means business.

As the race unfolds, it becomes clear that the electric Smart EQ ForTwo Brabus has the upper hand. Despite its lower power and torque figures, the electric car's instant acceleration gives it a significant advantage over its petrol-powered rival. The Smart EQ ForTwo Brabus effortlessly surges ahead, leaving the Mercedes G Coupe Brabus in its dust.

But the battle doesn't end there. The two cars also go head-to-head in a race from 30 mph to the half-mile mark. Once again, the electric Smart EQ ForTwo Brabus proves its dominance, leaving the petrol-powered Mercedes G Coupe Brabus trailing behind. However, in a top speed run, the tables turn, and the petrol-powered brute shows its true potential.

In the end, it's a mixed bag of results. The electric Smart EQ ForTwo Brabus showcases its lightning-fast acceleration, while the petrol-powered Mercedes G Coupe Brabus flexes its muscles in the top speed department. This thrilling showdown highlights the strengths and weaknesses of both electric and petrol-powered cars, leaving us with a burning question: which is truly the king of the road?

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