1968 BMW 2000 vs. 2010 Tesla Roadster

To start off, 2010 Tesla Roadster is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2000 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2010 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2000. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 275 kg more than 1968 BMW 2000. 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2000. (167 Nm). This means 2010 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2000.

Compare all specifications:

1968 BMW 2000 2010 Tesla Roadster
Make BMW Tesla
Model 2000 Roadster
Year Released 1968 2010
Body Type Coupe Roadster
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Type in-line electric
Horse Power 118 HP 288 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 400 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Single Speed
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 960 kg 1235 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 3947 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1852 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1128 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2352 mm