1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1957 Fairthorpe Electron
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fairthorpe Electron would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 517 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 1428 kg more than 1957 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, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 715 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fairthorpe |
Model | Vantage | Electron |
Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 814 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 72.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 66.7 mm |
Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 45 L |