2004 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2010 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2010 Tesla Roadster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2010 Tesla Roadster. (288 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2010 Tesla Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 715 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tesla Roadster. (400 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz S | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tesla |
| Model | S | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2352 mm |
