1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B 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 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B. (136 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B.
Because 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 2012 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Zeta | B |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1557 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2699 mm |
