2009 BMW 330 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 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 330 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2010 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tesla Roadster. (400 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | BMW | Tesla |
| Model | 330 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Electric |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2352 mm |
