1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 50 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 943 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Electron | C |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
