1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2011 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2011 Pagani Zonda is newer by 54 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 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 464 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 688 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, 2011 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 660 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2011 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Pagani |
Model | Electron | Zonda |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2730 mm |