1963 Steyr 700C vs. 2010 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2010 Tesla Roadster is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 700C would be higher. In terms of performance, 2010 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 695 kg more than 1963 Steyr 700C. 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, 2010 Tesla Roadster (400 Nm) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm). This means 2010 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Steyr 700C | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Steyr | Tesla |
| Model | 700C | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2352 mm |
