2001 BMW 735 vs. 2010 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2010 Tesla Roadster is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 735 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2010 Tesla Roadster (288 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2001 BMW 735. (268 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 735 weights approximately 740 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 735. (350 Nm). This means 2010 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 735 | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | BMW | Tesla |
| Model | 735 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 288 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2352 mm |
