1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 52 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1258 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. 2012 Cadillac CTS 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. 2012 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Cadillac |
| Model | Electron | CTS |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
