1987 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2011 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Camaro. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 2011 Tesla Roadster (400 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Camaro. (223 Nm). This means 2011 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Camaro | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tesla |
| Model | Camaro | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1852 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2352 mm |
