1998 BMW 323 vs. 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta
To start off, 1998 BMW 323 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 874 kg more than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. 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 BMW 323 (246 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (217 Nm). This means 1998 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 323 | 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | |
Make | BMW | Fairthorpe |
Model | 323 | Zeta |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 217 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 673 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2230 mm |