1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2004 Maybach 57
To start off, 2004 Maybach 57 is newer by 47 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maybach 57 weights approximately 2193 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Maybach 57 (901 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 802 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2004 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. 2004 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1957 Fairthorpe Electron has manual transmission. 1957 Fairthorpe Electron will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2004 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Maybach |
| Model | Electron | 57 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 901 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 110 L |
