2007 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2009 Tesla Roadster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Tesla Roadster.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm). This means 2009 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2009 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | BMW | Tesla |
| Model | 325 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2352 mm |
