1999 BMW Breyton vs. 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT

To start off, 1999 BMW Breyton is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT would be higher. At 3,300 cc, 1999 BMW Breyton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Breyton (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Breyton should accelerate faster than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Breyton weights approximately 884 kg more than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. 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 Breyton (746 Nm) has 587 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. (159 Nm). This means 1999 BMW Breyton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT.

Compare all specifications:

1999 BMW Breyton 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT
Make BMW Fairthorpe
Model Breyton TX-GT
Year Released 1999 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3300 cc 1998 cc
Horse Power 326 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 746 Nm 159 Nm
Top Speed 328 km/hour 177 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1700 kg 816 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 3370 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1190 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2110 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 44 L


 

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