1996 BMW 540 vs. 2011 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 540 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 610 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. Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW 540 (440 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tesla Roadster. (370 Nm). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 540 | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
Make | BMW | Tesla |
Model | 540 | Roadster |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 370 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1128 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2352 mm |