1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 385 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tesla Roadster. (370 Nm). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tesla |
Model | Corvette | Roadster |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 370 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1128 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2352 mm |