1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2008 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2008 Tesla Roadster is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Tesla Roadster (288 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 265 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, 2008 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. (305 Nm). This means 2008 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 2008 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tesla |
| Model | Camaro | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 288 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 370 Nm |
| 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 | 1500 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2352 mm |
