1999 BMW 540 vs. 1960 Fairthorpe Electron
To start off, 1999 BMW 540 is newer by 39 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 540 weights approximately 1281 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, 1999 BMW 540 (439 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 540 | 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | |
Make | BMW | Fairthorpe |
Model | 540 | Electron |
Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 42 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 66 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1771 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2060 mm |