1969 Fairthorpe TX-S vs. 2011 BMW 525
To start off, 2011 BMW 525 is newer by 42 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 525 should accelerate faster 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, 2011 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. 2011 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S has manual transmission. 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S | 2011 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | BMW |
| Model | TX-S | 525 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 70 L |
