1994 Ferrari F355 vs. 2008 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2008 Tesla Roadster is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ferrari F355 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2008 Tesla Roadster. (288 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tesla Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 Tesla Roadster. 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, 2008 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 2008 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari F355 | 2008 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Tesla |
| Model | F355 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2352 mm |
