1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 53 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL 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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Electron | SL |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1298 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |