2006 BMW M5 vs. 2009 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2009 Tesla Roadster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M5 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2009 Tesla Roadster. (288 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tesla Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M5 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2009 Tesla Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW M5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tesla Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 BMW M5 (519 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tesla Roadster. (370 Nm). This means 2006 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M5 | 2009 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | BMW | Tesla |
| Model | M5 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2352 mm |
