Porsche 911 vs Tesla Roadster
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2011 Tesla Roadster
Overview
| Spec | Porsche 911Carrera | Tesla Roadster2.5 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Carrera | 2.5 |
| Body style | Coupe | Convertible |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | electric |
| Transmission | 8-speed automated manual | 1-speed direct drive |
| Engine type | gas | electric |
| Model year | 2026 | 2011 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Porsche 911Carrera | Tesla Roadster2.5 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $135,500 | $109,000 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $167,652 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $205,362 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $304,322 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 5 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Porsche 911Carrera | Tesla Roadster2.5 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 21 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 18 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 25 MPG (best) | — |
| Fuel tank | 16.6 gal (best) | — |
Performance
| Spec | Porsche 911Carrera | Tesla Roadster2.5 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 388 hp (best) | 288 hp |
| Torque | 331 lb-ft (best) | 273 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3 L (best) | — |
| Cylinders | flat 6 | — |
Size & capability
| Spec | Porsche 911Carrera | Tesla Roadster2.5 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 4.8 cu ft (best) | — |
| Payload | 758 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,342 lbs | 2,723 lbs (best) |
| Wheelbase | 96.5 in (best) | 92.6 in |
| Length | 178.8 in (best) | 155.1 in |
| Width | 72.9 in | 72.9 in |
| Height | 51.3 in (best) | 44.4 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Porsche 911Carrera | Tesla Roadster2.5 |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Porsche 911 | Tesla Roadster |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carrera $135,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 2.5 $109,000 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Carrera $149,400 MSRP | Sport 2.5 $128,500 MSRP |
| 3 | Carrera T $148,000 MSRP | — |
| 4 | Carrera T $161,900 MSRP | — |
| 5 | Carrera S $156,200 MSRP | — |
| 6 | Carrera S $170,100 MSRP | — |
| 7 | Carrera 4S $164,500 MSRP | — |
| 8 | Carrera 4S $178,400 MSRP | — |
| 9 | Targa 4S $180,200 MSRP | — |
| 10 | Carrera GTS $181,000 MSRP | — |
| 11 | Carrera GTS $194,900 MSRP | — |
| 12 | Carrera 4 GTS $189,300 MSRP | — |
| 13 | Carrera 4 GTS $203,300 MSRP | — |
| 14 | Targa 4 GTS $203,300 MSRP | — |
| 15 | GT3 $235,800 MSRP | — |
| 16 | GT3 with Touring Package $235,800 MSRP | — |
| 17 | Spirit 70 $254,300 MSRP | — |
| 18 | Turbo S $270,300 MSRP | — |
| 19 | Turbo S $284,300 MSRP | — |
| 20 | GT3 90 F.A. Porsche $387,000 MSRP | — |
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