1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2005 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2005 Lincoln LS is newer by 45 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 2,964 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln LS (232 HP) has 190 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln LS weights approximately 1197 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, 2005 Lincoln LS (298 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 2005 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Lincoln |
Model | Electron | LS |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 232 HP |
Torque | 66 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |