1986 BMW 316 vs. 1960 Fairthorpe Electron
To start off, 1986 BMW 316 is newer by 26 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 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 316 (86 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 316 weights approximately 580 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, 1986 BMW 316 (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 316 | 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | |
| Make | BMW | Fairthorpe |
| Model | 316 | Electron |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 42 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
