1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 1960 Fairthorpe Electron is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Porsche 356 (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Porsche 356 weights approximately 272 kg more than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Porsche |
Model | Electron | 356 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2110 mm |