1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 51 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (597 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Electron | R |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
