BMW Z4 M40i vs Tesla Roadster (Original)

How does the BMW Z4 M40i stack up against the Tesla Roadster (Original)? We put their headline specs side by side so you can see exactly where each car leads.

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SpecBMW Z4 M40iTesla Roadster (Original)
Horsepower (max)382 hp288 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)4.4 s3.7 s
Top speed250 km/h201 km/h
Variants11
Body styleRoadsterElectric sports roadster
GenerationG29Roadster Mk1 (2008–2012)
Production2019 – 20262008 – 2012
Length4,324 mm3,946 mm
Width1,864 mm1,851 mm
Height1,304 mm1,127 mm
Wheelbase2,470 mm2,352 mm

BMW Z4 M40i vs Tesla Roadster (Original): common questions

Is the BMW Z4 M40i or Tesla Roadster (Original) faster?
The Tesla Roadster (Original) is quicker, hitting 0-60 mph in 3.5s versus the BMW Z4 M40i's 4.2s (0-100 km/h in 3.7s vs 4.4s).
Which has more horsepower, the BMW Z4 M40i or the Tesla Roadster (Original)?
The BMW Z4 M40i makes more power: 382 hp (285 kW) versus 288 hp (215 kW) for the Tesla Roadster (Original).
Is the BMW Z4 M40i or Tesla Roadster (Original) faster on top speed?
The BMW Z4 M40i has the higher top speed at 155 mph (250 km/h), versus 125 mph (201 km/h) for the Tesla Roadster (Original).
What is the main difference between the BMW Z4 M40i and the Tesla Roadster (Original)?
The BMW Z4 M40i is a roadster, while the Tesla Roadster (Original) is a electric sports roadster. That difference in body style drives most of the others.