2003 GAZ 3111 vs. 2010 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2010 Tesla Roadster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GAZ 3111 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2010 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2003 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2003 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GAZ 3111 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 (370 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm). This means 2010 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GAZ 3111 | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | GAZ | Tesla |
| Model | 3111 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2352 mm |
