For raw 0-60 times a big "advantage" of the Teslas are actually their massive curb weight. There's no shortage of gas cars that can also spin their wheels at la

For raw 0-60 times a big "advantage" of the Teslas are actually their massive curb weight. There's no shortage of gas cars that can also spin their wheels at launch (or even after shifting to 2nd gear). The limiting factor for a launch is mostly friction, and you can get more friction by either increasing the tire's contact patch (such as wider tires) or by adding more weight. Yes that's now more weight you need to accelerate, but assuming you have enough power it's still a net-win. That weight is terrible for all sorts of other reasons, but that massive ~4,900lb curb weight combined with all-wheel drive is a major factor in the Model S's 2.3 second 0-60 times.