1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 44 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 992 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.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Porsche |
| Model | Electron | 911 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
