1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 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 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1535 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, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tesla Roadster. (370 Nm). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tesla |
Model | 600 | Roadster |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 370 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1128 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2352 mm |