1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2011 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster is newer by 46 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, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 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, 2011 Tesla Roadster (400 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Tesla |
Model | 2600 | Roadster |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 400 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 | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1128 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2352 mm |