A Tesla Model X plaid delivers a sobering reality check to this Chevrolet Camaro ZL1.

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The brand-new Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 was pitted against a Tesla Model X Plaid during the past weekend,

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and the result was a sobering reality check. Although the Camaro had 650 horsepower, the electric-powered Model X had 1,020 hp,

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more than double that of the Camaro. Even more impressive was the immediate torque it was able to deliver,

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which allowed it to pass the Camaro with ease at all speeds. Early on, it was clear that this would be a difficult match for the Camaro,

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and in the end, its power output and reduced weight could not cope with the Model X's cutting-edge technology.

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This display, albeit astounding in and of itself, serves as yet another illustration of how far electric vehicles have come and how competitive the market is now.

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