1991 BMW M12 vs. 2009 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2009 Tesla Roadster is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW M12 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW M12 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Tesla Roadster. (288 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW M12 should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 1991 BMW M12 (450 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tesla Roadster. (370 Nm). This means 1991 BMW M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW M12 | 2009 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | BMW | Tesla |
| Model | M12 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2352 mm |
