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Tesla Model 3 vs Ferrari 296 Coupe comparison

Compare performance (460 HP vs 880 HP), boot space and price (31,700 £ vs 348,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Tesla Model 3 or Ferrari 296 Coupe?

Tesla Model 3 vs Ferrari 296 Coupe: Key differences

Tesla Model 3

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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
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Ferrari 296 Coupe

  • clearly more power
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Model 3

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Tesla Model 3 is considerably cheaper – starting at 31,700 £ , while the Ferrari 296 Coupe costs 348,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 317,152 £.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model 3 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 750 km, about 735 km more than the Ferrari 296 Coupe.

296 Coupe

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Ferrari 296 Coupe offers clearly more power – delivering 880 HP compared to 460 HP. That’s roughly 420 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ferrari 296 Coupe is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the Tesla Model 3 takes 3.1 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ferrari 296 Coupe delivers a bit more torque with 755 Nm compared to 660 Nm. That’s about 95 Nm more.

Model 3

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Tesla Model 3 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Ferrari 296 Coupe is barely lighter – 1,670 kg compared to 1,822 kg. The difference is around 152 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Tesla Model 3 carries markedly more – 333 kg compared to 225 kg. That’s a difference of about 108 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model 3 is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £31,700
Model 3

Tesla Model 3

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 283 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13 - 16.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 534 - 750 km
Tesla Model 3
Ferrari 296 Coupe

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Tesla Model 3

The Tesla Model 3 is a compact electric sedan that pairs brisk, responsive driving with a sleek, minimalist cabin and intuitive, software-led features. It makes a practical, modern choice for daily commutes and long-term ownership while emphasizing simplicity and advanced driver assistance.

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Ferrari 296 Coupe

Slip behind the wheel of the Ferrari 296 GTB and you get a compact supercar that turns everyday roads into a racetrack with intoxicating urgency and razor-sharp poise. It's the perfect choice for drivers who want headline-grabbing performance and Ferrari drama without the showroom theatrics, all wrapped in stunning Italian design.

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Tesla Model 3
Ferrari 296 Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
31,700 - 50,100 £
Price
348,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
8.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 16.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
534 - 750 km
Electric Range
15 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
218 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,822 - 1,929 kg
Curb weight
1,670 kg
Trunk capacity
594 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,958 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
302 - 333 kg
Payload
225 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
283 - 460 HP
Power HP
880 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Torque
755 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
208 - 338 kW
Power kW
648 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2,992 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Tesla
Brand
Ferrari
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