1955 Porsche 356 vs. 2010 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2010 Tesla Roadster is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Porsche 356 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2010 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 385 kg more than 1955 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Tesla Roadster (400 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Porsche 356. (119 Nm). This means 2010 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Porsche 356 | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Porsche | Tesla |
| Model | 356 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Type | boxer | electric |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2352 mm |
