2009 BMW 530 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 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 530 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2010 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (216 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2010 Tesla Roadster.
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, 2009 BMW 530 (480 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tesla Roadster. (400 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | BMW | Tesla |
| Model | 530 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2352 mm |
