2008 BMW 545 vs. 2010 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2010 Tesla Roadster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 545 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Tesla Roadster. (288 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tesla Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 545 weights approximately 470 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, 2008 BMW 545 (450 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tesla Roadster. (400 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 545 | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | BMW | Tesla |
| Model | 545 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 400 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 | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2352 mm |
