1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2012 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2012 Pagani Huayra is newer by 55 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 617 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Pagani Huayra weights approximately 808 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, 2012 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 641 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm). This means 2012 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2012 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Pagani |
| Model | Electron | Huayra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 740 Nm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 370 km/hour |
| 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 | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2036 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2795 mm |
