1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2009 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2009 Tesla Roadster is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 266 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (298 Nm). This means 2009 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2009 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tesla |
| Model | Chevelle | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2352 mm |
