HOW THE TESLA ROADSTER ROCKETS WORK - 0-60 IN ONE SECOND?!

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This video provides a detailed engineering breakdown of the Tesla Roadster's proposed SpaceX thruster package, aiming to explain its potential performance capabilities. The analysis focuses on calculating the vehicle's mass based on its stated 0-60 mph time and wheel torque, estimating it at approximately 2000 kg, though acknowledging it will likely be heavier. The core of the video delves into the mechanics of cold gas thrusters, explaining how compressed air is stored and expelled. While the exact thrust is unknown, the reviewer estimates a minimum of 20,000 Newtons is required for hovering, leading to a projected 0-60 mph time of 1.1 seconds by combining tire grip and thruster force. The review highlights the potential for dramatic improvements in acceleration and braking distances, but expresses skepticism about the thrusters' utility for sustained cornering due to limited air supply. The reviewer concludes that the thrusters are likely intended as a short-duration 'party trick' for extreme acceleration and braking, rather than for everyday driving or extended performance.