2009 Audi R8 vs. 2011 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi R8 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2011 Tesla Roadster. (288 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tesla Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2011 Tesla Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Tesla Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2009 Audi R8 (430 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tesla Roadster. (370 Nm). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Audi | Tesla |
| Model | R8 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2352 mm |
