1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 2011 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2011 Lotus Evora is newer by 52 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Evora 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, 2011 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 2011 Lotus Evora | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Lotus |
Model | Zeta | Evora |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1222 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2576 mm |