1996 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2010 Tesla Roadster is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 911 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2010 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 911. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 85 kg more than 1996 Porsche 911. 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (841 Nm) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tesla Roadster. (400 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 911 | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Porsche | Tesla |
| Model | 911 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Type | boxer | electric |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 841 Nm | 400 Nm |
| 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 | 1150 kg | 1235 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2352 mm |
