1973 BMW 1502 vs. 2010 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2010 Tesla Roadster is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 1502 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2010 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 305 kg more than 1973 BMW 1502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm). This means 2010 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | BMW | Tesla |
| Model | 1502 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2352 mm |
