1969 Fairthorpe TX-S vs. 2000 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2000 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 31 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 863 kg more than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. 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, 2000 Ferrari Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S | 2000 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Ferrari |
| Model | TX-S | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 114 L |
