1986 BMW 316 vs. 2010 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2010 Tesla Roadster is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 316 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2010 Tesla Roadster (288 HP) has 202 more horse power than 1986 BMW 316. (86 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 165 kg more than 1986 BMW 316. 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, 2010 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 316. (123 Nm). This means 2010 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 316 | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | BMW | Tesla |
| Model | 316 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 288 HP |
| Torque | 123 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 | 1070 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2352 mm |
