Ford vs. Tesla Bulletproof Testing

Published on August 21, 2024
Duration: 0:58

This test compares the ballistic resistance of a 1985 Ford F-150 door and a Tesla Model 3 door against a 12-gauge shotgun blast using birdshot. While both doors successfully stopped the birdshot pellets, the Tesla door showed minor penetration of its outer skin, whereas the Ford door only sustained dents. The test highlights differences in vehicle construction and material resilience under ballistic stress.

Quick Summary

In a ballistic test, both a 1985 Ford F-150 door and a Tesla Model 3 door successfully stopped 12-gauge birdshot fired from 20 yards. The Ford door showed only dents, while the Tesla door had minor outer skin penetration but was stopped by the interior panel.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Ford vs Tesla Door Test
  2. 00:09Ford F-150 Door Ballistic Test
  3. 00:17Ford F-150 Door Results
  4. 00:27Tesla Model 3 Door Ballistic Test
  5. 00:42Tesla Model 3 Door Results & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

Did the Tesla Model 3 door stop the 12-gauge birdshot?

Yes, the Tesla Model 3 door successfully stopped the 12-gauge birdshot. While a few pellets managed to penetrate the outer skin, the interior panel prevented them from passing through.

How did the 1985 Ford F-150 door perform in the ballistic test?

The 1985 Ford F-150 door performed well, stopping all 12-gauge birdshot pellets. The pellets created dents on the exterior metal but did not penetrate the door panel.

What type of shotgun and ammunition was used in the Ford vs. Tesla door test?

The test used a 12-gauge pump-action shotgun loaded with birdshot. The shots were fired from approximately 20 yards away at both the Ford F-150 and Tesla Model 3 doors.

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