1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 165 kg more than 2011 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 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tesla Roadster. (370 Nm). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tesla |
Model | Corvette | Roadster |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 370 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1128 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2352 mm |