1972 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2009 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2009 Tesla Roadster is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler New Yorker. (226 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 790 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, 1972 Chrysler New Yorker (477 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tesla Roadster. (370 Nm). This means 1972 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler New Yorker | 2009 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Chrysler | Tesla |
| Model | New Yorker | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 477 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 | 2025 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2352 mm |
