1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 46 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 5,506 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1205 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 734 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL 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. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Electron | SL |
Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 5506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |