From zero to sixty, how quickly does a Tesla Roadster travel?

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People who want a fast, environmentally friendly electric car typically end up with a Tesla Roadster.

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It's easy to see why, considering the car can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in just 1.9 seconds.

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When it was released in 2008, it was one of the fastest cars available, and Motor Trend confirmed its speed.

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A 248-horsepower electric motor allows for a lightning-fast 0-to-60 mph time and top speeds of 250 mph.

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There aren't many cars that can match the Tesla Roadster's acceleration.

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The acceleration is so powerful that rocket ships have been used as an analogy; the resulting adrenaline rush is unparalleled.

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There are those who would argue that the Ferrari Enzo or Bugatti Veyron are faster, but when acceleration times are considered alone, the Tesla Roadster is clearly the winner.

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