1993 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 325 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1993 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 325 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2011 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 325 | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | BMW | Tesla |
| Model | 325 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2352 mm |
