Jesko vs. Battista — CAR.TALES

The Koenigsegg Jesko and Pininfarina Battista are two completely different platforms both designed to provide the driver with access to unparalleled performance. The Jesko is a street-legal track monster that produces 2,205 lbs of downforce at 171mph (1,764lbs at 155mph) while the Battista can live a two-faced life thanks to its 1,400kW battery (1,900hp equivalent) that gives it a claimed 0-60 time in under two seconds compared to the Jesko's 2.5 seconds or brisk you along the roadway in silence and sophistication. All the while, knowing you are surrounded by textures and materials that have been designed and assembled by one of the world's most celebrated Italian designers.

All the new aerodynamic elements implemented to the Jesko mean it has a 30% increase over the One:1 at similar speeds and a 40% increase over the Agera RS putting it on par with the Senna GTR. Thanks to the Battista's torque vectoring AWD system, the car has a much easier time putting down its 1900hp to the ground when the Jesko has to work with just RWD to manage its 1,600hp. When comparing the two cars on

cornering speeds and lap times, it is safe to say the weight savings and aero of the Jesko would handily take down the Battista in a track battle. But with all that mechanical grip available and the Battista's low drag coefficient, it will be fascinating to see how the two compare when put on a 1/4 mi drag strip side-by-side. Will the weight of the Battista win the battle over its highly sophisticated technology or will the Jesko's more traditional naturally aspirated engine and lightweight chassis capable of rocketing the car to a top speed of 300mph take the honors? Based on the stats below who do you think would win in a 1/2 mile drag race?