2008 BMW 335 vs. 2008 Tesla Roadster
To start off, both 2008 BMW 335 and 2008 Tesla Roadster were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Tesla Roadster. (288 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tesla Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2008 Tesla Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 335 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Tesla Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 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, 2008 BMW 335 (407 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tesla Roadster. (370 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 2008 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | BMW | Tesla |
| Model | 335 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 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 | 1550 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2352 mm |
