2010 Tesla Roadster vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Tesla Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Tesla Roadster would be higher. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2010 Tesla Roadster. (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2010 Tesla Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 760 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 2012 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Tesla Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (749 Nm) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tesla Roadster. (370 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Tesla Roadster | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Tesla | Porsche |
| Model | Roadster | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Type | electric | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 749 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Single Speed | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3947 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1128 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2352 mm | 2920 mm |
