BYD Yangwang U9 vs Porsche Carrera GT

How does the BYD Yangwang U9 stack up against the Porsche Carrera GT? We put their headline specs side by side so you can see exactly where each car leads.

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SpecBYD Yangwang U9Porsche Carrera GT
Horsepower (max)1,287 hp612 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)2.4 s3.9 s
Top speed496 km/h330 km/h
Variants21
Body styleElectric supercarRoadster
GenerationYangwang U9 (standard + Xtreme)980
Production2024 – present2004 – 2007
Length4,966 mm4,613 mm
Width2,029 mm1,921 mm
Height1,295 mm1,166 mm
Wheelbase2,900 mm2,730 mm

BYD Yangwang U9 vs Porsche Carrera GT: common questions

Is the BYD Yangwang U9 or Porsche Carrera GT faster?
The BYD Yangwang U9 is quicker, hitting 0-60 mph in 2.2s versus the Porsche Carrera GT's 3.7s (0-100 km/h in 2.36s vs 3.9s).
Which has more horsepower, the BYD Yangwang U9 or the Porsche Carrera GT?
The BYD Yangwang U9 makes more power: 1,287 hp (960 kW) versus 612 hp (456 kW) for the Porsche Carrera GT.
Is the BYD Yangwang U9 or Porsche Carrera GT faster on top speed?
The BYD Yangwang U9 has the higher top speed at 308 mph (496 km/h), versus 205 mph (330 km/h) for the Porsche Carrera GT.
What is the main difference between the BYD Yangwang U9 and the Porsche Carrera GT?
The BYD Yangwang U9 is a electric supercar, while the Porsche Carrera GT is a roadster. That difference in body style drives most of the others.
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