1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 988 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.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Porsche |
Model | Electron | 911 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |