1971 Porsche 914 vs. 2008 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2008 Tesla Roadster is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Porsche 914 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1971 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1971 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 310 kg more than 1971 Porsche 914. 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, 2008 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Porsche 914. (136 Nm). This means 2008 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Porsche 914 | 2008 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Porsche | Tesla |
| Model | 914 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2352 mm |
