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Talk about an automotive culture clash.
John Eric Young on the Porsche 911 Owners Facebook page says,
“So I made the mistake of posting this picture of my Tesla Cybertruck on the Porsche 911 owners page. They want me dead, so I had to delete it after 12 hours. The Cybertruck is the best vehicle I’ve ever owned, by 10 times. We are blessed.”
When John Eric Young posted a picture of his Tesla Cybertruck on the Porsche 911 Owners Facebook page—calling it the “best vehicle I’ve ever owned by 10 times”—he didn’t just share a photo; he detonated a cultural bomb. The resulting hostility, leading to the deletion of the post, was unexpected. However, he should have seen it coming as a Porsche owner.
He Didn’t Do It To Spark a Reaction
This incident offers a snapshot of the current state of high-performance driving, highlighting the deep gulf separating traditional automotive sports car devotion from radical electric innovation.
This report will look at the Cybertruck vs Porsche 911 owner culture clash, find out why the gulf is so deep, and offer insights for drivers navigating the transition from gasoline-powered sports cars to battery-powered futurism.
Why was there such a huge emotional reaction?
To the dedicated Porsche 911 enthusiast, the vehicle is not merely a car; it is the result of seven decades of engineering refinement. It represents the perfect execution of the internal combustion engine sports car ideal, defined by its flat-six engine sound, the smell of premium fuel, and the driver-focused feedback through the steering wheel.
The Cybertruck is seen not just as a competitor but as a threat to this culture. The 911 community cherishes the car’s sounds, weight distribution, and heritage.
The Cybertruck is a newcomer that offers none of these things, yet it makes a bold claim to performance supremacy. It mocks the deeply held values of the traditional driving experience.
This is why many traditional sports car enthusiasts hate the Tesla Cybertruck, not because it’s slow, but because it achieves high performance without the conventional feel associated with their beloved ICE machines. It replaces soul with science.
The Cybertruck Makes It Look Too Easy
The high-end Cybertruck variants deliver performance numbers that are nearly impossible for any production vehicle to match. A 2.6-second 0-60 mph time for a massive steel truck is absurd, a fact which Tesla owners proudly flaunt.
Comparing the Cybertruck with the 911 is like comparing apples and oranges.
The 911 (even a base Carrera) is engineered for lateral G-force, brake feel over repeated hot laps, and high-speed stability through complex corners. It offers a low center of gravity and a world-class suspension.
The Cybertruck’s acceleration is otherworldly, offering a physics-defying launch. The 911’s performance is exact; the Cybertbeast is brutally fast.
The emotional appeal of Porsche versus the functional appeal of Tesla.
The Porsche 911 appeals to those who want a historical lineage. You buy the 911 for the journey, the noise, and the heritage.
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The Cybertruck, however, offers functionality and cutting-edge technology. Its “best vehicle” status for owners like John likely stems from its combination of utility, immediate, silent torque, and high-tech qualities that the 911 cannot compete with.
Cybertruck and 911 Are On Different Ends of the Visual Spectrum
Porsche’s design language has evolved over the past half-century. Its design has been refined and is timeless.
The Cybertruck’s radical design is a polarizing statement. Elon Musk wanted it to stand out in a world of smooth, aerodynamically optimized cars. It’s what makes its design confrontational, which is why it attracts a following of mavericks.
For the 911 owner, the Cybertruck’s radical design feels like an offense to automotive artistry.
The Chasm Remains Wide
The clash between the Cybertruck and the 911 ultimately foretells the future of electric vs gasoline performance cars. While EV skeptics once dismissed electric vehicles as slow, the Cybertruck, along with models like the Taycan, has settled the performance debate.
The future of performance vehicles is definitely electric, so the debate now is how long it will take for the ICE machines to become extinct.
In The End
The ICE Machine (The 911): Performance enthusiasts should embrace it as a future classic, appreciating its value and the unique driving experience it provides.
The EV Machine (The Cybertruck): Appreciate it as a daily-driving utility device that redefines speed, technology, and convenience. Its value is rooted in its capability, connectivity, and continuous software evolution.
The market has room for both.
John, who owns a Porsche 911 and posts his Cybertruck, might be signaling that even a hardened enthusiast appreciates the functional gains and instant torque of the EV world, even if he still cherishes his Porsche 911 coupe. For now, enthusiasts have more high-performance choices than ever before, catering to distinct philosophical needs.
It’s Your Turn
Given the Porsche 911’s legacy of handling, steering feel, and track performance, what specific metrics or driving qualities does the Tesla Cybertruck deliver that, in your view, would make it, like John says, “the best vehicle I’ve ever owned by 10 times,” particularly when compared to what makes a 911 truly special?
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Check out my Tesla Cybertruck story: My Tesla Cybertruck Just Drove Itself Back To the Dealer Because of the Heavy Debt I Owe, Come Back Cybertruck
I am Denis Flierl, a Senior Torque News Reporter since 2012. My 30+ year tenure in the automotive industry, initially in a consulting role with every major car brand and later as a freelance journalist test-driving new vehicles, has equipped me with a wealth of knowledge. I specialize in reporting the latest automotive news, covering owner stories, and providing expert analysis, ensuring that you are always well-informed and up-to-date. Follow me on X @DenisFlierl, @WorldsCoolestRides, Facebook, and Instagram
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