1985 AC Cobra vs. 1960 Fairthorpe Electron
To start off, 1985 AC Cobra is newer by 25 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 AC Cobra (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 AC Cobra weights approximately 685 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, 1985 AC Cobra (522 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1985 AC Cobra | 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | |
Make | AC | Fairthorpe |
Model | Cobra | Electron |
Year Released | 1985 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 42 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2060 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |