1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 2008 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2008 Tesla Roadster is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Avanti Avanti would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (212 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1986 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 385 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, 1986 Avanti Avanti (400 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tesla Roadster. (370 Nm). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Avanti Avanti | 2008 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Avanti | Tesla |
| Model | Avanti | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2352 mm |
