1986 BMW M5 vs. 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S
To start off, 1986 BMW M5 is newer by 17 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 3,428 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M5 weights approximately 732 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, 1986 BMW M5 (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. 1986 BMW M5 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. 1986 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M5 | 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S | |
| Make | BMW | Fairthorpe |
| Model | M5 | TX-S |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3428 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 44 L |
