1999 Buick Century vs. 2008 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2008 Tesla Roadster is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Century would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1999 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Century weights approximately 285 kg more than 2008 Tesla Roadster.
Because 2008 Tesla Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Tesla Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 2008 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Century | 2008 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Buick | Tesla |
| Model | Century | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2352 mm |
