1961 Bristol 407 vs. 2009 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2009 Tesla Roadster is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Bristol 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Bristol 407 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 407 weights approximately 350 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, 1961 Bristol 407 (463 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tesla Roadster. (370 Nm). This means 1961 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 407 | 2009 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Bristol | Tesla |
| Model | 407 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2352 mm |
