2009 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2010 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2010 Tesla Roadster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Bentley Continental GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Bentley Continental GTC would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2010 Tesla Roadster. (288 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2010 Tesla Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1240 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.
Because 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Tesla Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC 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 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tesla Roadster. (370 Nm). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GTC | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Bentley | Tesla |
| Model | Continental GTC | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | W | electric |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2352 mm |
