1985 AC Cobra vs. 2011 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 AC Cobra would be higher. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1985 AC Cobra. (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1985 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 155 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra. 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, 1985 AC Cobra (407 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tesla Roadster. (400 Nm). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | AC | Tesla |
| Model | Cobra | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2352 mm |
