1994 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1994 Mercedes-Benz C. (277 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 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, 1994 Mercedes-Benz C (385 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tesla Roadster. (370 Nm). This means 1994 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mercedes-Benz C | 2008 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tesla |
| Model | C | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2352 mm |
