1999 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 2010 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2010 Tesla Roadster is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Aston Martin Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Aston Martin Vantage would be higher. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (450 HP) has 162 more horse power than 2010 Tesla Roadster. (288 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2010 Tesla Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 735 kg more than 2010 Tesla Roadster. 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, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (1,098 Nm) has 698 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tesla Roadster. (400 Nm). This means 1999 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin Vantage | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Tesla |
| Model | Vantage | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 288 HP |
| Torque | 1098 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 | 1970 kg | 1235 kg |
