1972 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 565 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 Pontiac Grand Prix (462 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tesla Roadster. (370 Nm). This means 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2008 Tesla Roadster | |
Make | Pontiac | Tesla |
Model | Grand Prix | Roadster |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 370 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3947 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1128 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2352 mm |