1958 Bristol 406 vs. 2009 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2009 Tesla Roadster is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Bristol 406 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Bristol 406 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 Tesla Roadster.
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, 2009 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (174 Nm). This means 2009 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Bristol 406 | 2009 Tesla Roadster | |
Make | Bristol | Tesla |
Model | 406 | Roadster |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 370 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
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 | 1260 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3947 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1128 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2352 mm |