Thanks.

That website also has links by car (to see how a particular car does across different racetracks). The Tesla P85D page is here:

http://fastestlaps.com/cars/tesla_model_s_p85d.html

Not very many runs yet, but we can get a glimpse of how it is doing from the four tracks listed.

I think it's funny that list has 2 different Porsche 911's (2001 & 2004) a few spots under a 2013 Ford Fiesta ST, and above that a Focus ST just above another 911 S.

The Ford Focus ST and Ford Fiesta ST are actually fun cars to drive. But its more for the "small and nimble" sort of thing as opposed to "American Muscle".

They take very tight corners. I'd imagine that the turn-intensive tracks would be where these smaller cars would do better. Their acceleration leaves a bit to be desired (but what do you expect for $25k?). 0-60 in 6.3 seconds is still reasonably sporty.

Fiesta is too small for my tastes, but I did go with a Focus (non-ST... just normal stock Focus) for my vehicle. For a manual vehicle, its perfectly fine.

From 4000 through 6500 RPM, you can definitely feel the little engine work. Turbo must kick in or something.

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In any case, its amusing to see "just" the ST models do decently on these tracks. After all, people who actually want performance go for the RS model.

I'm surprised to see the Viper in several spots in the top 10. I think of it as more of a muscle car than as known for handling well.

According to comments here http://fastestlaps.com/cars/dodge_viper_srt-10_acr.html the massive rear spoiler is responsible for the improved handling of that model.

The number 9 slot is listed as just an SRT though.