1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (375 HP) has 237 more horse power than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 623 kg more than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (490 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (217 Nm). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Porsche |
Model | Zeta | 911 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 375 HP |
Torque | 217 Nm | 490 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 74.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2280 mm |