1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. In terms of performance, 2010 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 265 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Tesla Roadster (400 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (185 Nm). This means 2010 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tesla |
| Model | CLK | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2352 mm |
