1997 BMW 730 vs. 2009 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2009 Tesla Roadster is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 730 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1997 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 730 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 730. (279 Nm). This means 2009 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 730 | 2009 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | BMW | Tesla |
| Model | 730 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2352 mm |
