1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W 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. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W 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. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2012 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | Fairthorpe | SsangYong |
Model | Electron | Chairman W |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 3270 mm |