1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2009 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2009 Tesla Roadster is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 139 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, 2009 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm). This means 2009 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2009 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tesla |
| Model | 2600 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2352 mm |
