1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1980 Ferrari 312
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 312 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fairthorpe Electron would be higher. At 2,991 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 312 (508 HP @ 12300 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 312 weights approximately 68 kg more than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 1980 Ferrari 312 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Ferrari |
| Model | Electron | 312 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 508 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 12300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2710 mm |
