2005 Ferrari 360 vs. 2010 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2010 Tesla Roadster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari 360 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2010 Tesla Roadster. (288 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tesla Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 215 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, 2010 Tesla Roadster (400 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm). This means 2010 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 360 | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Tesla |
| Model | 360 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2352 mm |
