1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 535 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 1283 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 681 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 SLR McLaren will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Electron | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 332 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 97 L |
