1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador

To start off, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is newer by 53 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 6,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador (700 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 562 more horse power than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador should accelerate faster than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador weights approximately 902 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.

Because 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador will offer significantly more control. 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 Lamborghini Aventador (689 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Lamborghini Aventador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador 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. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Fairthorpe Zeta 2012 Lamborghini Aventador
Make Fairthorpe Lamborghini
Model Zeta Aventador
Year Released 1959 2012
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2553 cc 6500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 138 HP 700 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 8250 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 689 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 5500 RPM
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual 7-speed automated manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 673 kg 1575 kg
Vehicle Length 3560 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 2029 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1135 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2700 mm


 

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