1972 Chevrolet DeVille vs. 2008 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2008 Tesla Roadster is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet DeVille would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet DeVille weights approximately 449 kg more than 2008 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, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (495 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tesla Roadster. (370 Nm). This means 1972 Chevrolet DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet DeVille | 2008 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tesla |
| Model | DeVille | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2352 mm |
