The drag race between the Tesla Cybertruck and Porsche 911 was all show and no substance.

Naturally, the electric Cybertruck triumphed in a drag race against a gas-powered Porsche 911 Carrera while towing a 911 Carrera.

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Elon Musk demonstrated the capabilities of the electric automaker's long-awaited pickup truck in recorded vignettes during Tesla's Cybertruck Delivery Event.

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The Cybertruck drag racing a Porsche 911 Carrera was the most exciting part.

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When it became evident that the Tesla would cross the finish line ahead of Porsche's slowest 911,

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Video footage showed that the pickup was pulling a 911 as well. The goal of the stunt was to wow Tesla enthusiasts.

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and prospective clients to submit an order. But the drag race didn't uncover anything novel or distinctive about the Cybertruck.

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It was an electric utility vehicle taking on an internal combustion sports car.

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+If the Cybertruck’s electric motors couldn’t produce enough torque to outrun a 911 Carrera, I’d be very concerned.

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It was an electric utility vehicle competing against a sports car powered by internal combustion.

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we would be extremely concerned if the Cybertruck's electric motors were unable to generate enough torque to outpace a 911 Carrera.

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