1969 Fairthorpe TX-S vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240
To start off, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S would be higher. At 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 778 kg more than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S.
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, 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S | 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TX-S | 240 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 65 L |
