MG Cyberster vs Tesla Roadster (Original)

How does the MG Cyberster 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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Tesla Roadster (Original)Tesla Roadster (Original)
SpecMG CybersterTesla Roadster (Original)
Horsepower (max)510 hp288 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)3.2 s3.7 s
Top speed201 km/h201 km/h
Variants21
Body styleElectric roadsterElectric sports roadster
GenerationCyberster (2024-)Roadster Mk1 (2008–2012)
Production2024 – present2008 – 2012
Length4,535 mm3,946 mm
Width1,913 mm1,851 mm
Height1,329 mm1,127 mm
Wheelbase2,690 mm2,352 mm

MG Cyberster vs Tesla Roadster (Original): common questions

Is the MG Cyberster or Tesla Roadster (Original) faster?
The MG Cyberster is quicker, hitting 0-60 mph in 3s versus the Tesla Roadster (Original)'s 3.5s (0-100 km/h in 3.2s vs 3.7s).
Which has more horsepower, the MG Cyberster or the Tesla Roadster (Original)?
The MG Cyberster makes more power: 510 hp (380 kW) versus 288 hp (215 kW) for the Tesla Roadster (Original).
Is the MG Cyberster or Tesla Roadster (Original) faster on top speed?
Both cars top out at 125 mph (201 km/h).
What is the main difference between the MG Cyberster and the Tesla Roadster (Original)?
The MG Cyberster is a electric roadster, while the Tesla Roadster (Original) is a electric sports roadster. That difference in body style drives most of the others.