1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 48 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 5,460 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta has manual transmission. 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Zeta | CLS |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 5460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2860 mm |