2005 BMW 316 vs. 2008 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2008 Tesla Roadster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 316 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2005 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 316 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 316. (175 Nm). This means 2008 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 316 | 2008 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | BMW | Tesla |
| Model | 316 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2352 mm |
