1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2008 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2008 Tesla Roadster is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm). This means 2008 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 2008 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Tesla |
| Model | 250 GT | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2352 mm |
