There is definitely something we are missing in regards to this showdown. I have driven both, and until the P85 D model Tesla came out, my next ride was definitely going to be the RS7....

Now it will be the Telsa.

The interior of the RS7 is more luxurious, but the Tesla is a quicker, cooler and a much more fun car. And when I look at all the expensive bits and pieces under the hood of the RS, and the ridiculously few driveline parts in D, it seems to me the Telsa reliability will be greater. (I know everyone will jump on the battery life issue, but the ability to swap out the battery pack at a Supercharger station in lieu of a recharge should make this a non-issue)

All I can say is drive both, you will be surprised.