2005 BMW 325 vs. 1960 Fairthorpe Electron
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 45 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 1035 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (238 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | |
| Make | BMW | Fairthorpe |
| Model | 325 | Electron |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
