1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fairthorpe Electron would be higher. At 5,784 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (361 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1500 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. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1960 Fairthorpe Electron has manual transmission. 1960 Fairthorpe Electron will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Electron | S |
Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 5784 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 361 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 6160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 4090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 88 L |