The Tesla Roadster uses different motors depending on its generation. The first generation Roadster, which was produced from 2008 to 2012, is powered by a single 3-phase, 4-pole AC induction motor 
. This motor is very efficient and can produce up to 288 horsepower in the Sport version, allowing the car to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in about 3.7 seconds 
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The new generation of the Tesla Roadster, which is expected to be released soon, will have a more powerful setup. It will feature three electric motors in a tri-motor configuration, with one motor at the front and two at the rear, providing all-wheel drive . This setup will enable the car to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in just 1.9 seconds, and with a special SpaceX package, it can even reach 0 to 60 mph in under one second ! The top speed of this new Roadster is expected to be over 250 mph.
Both generations of the Roadster are designed to be highly efficient and powerful, using advanced electric motor technology to deliver exceptional performance . The new Roadster also includes a large 200 kWh battery, which provides a range of up to 620 miles on a single charge .