1962 Steyr 650T vs. 2008 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2008 Tesla Roadster is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Steyr 650T would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 735 kg more than 1962 Steyr 650T. 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, 2008 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm). This means 2008 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Steyr 650T | 2008 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Steyr | Tesla |
| Model | 650T | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2352 mm |
