1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 48 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 2,146 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1050 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Electron | C |
Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2146 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |