2005 BMW 330 vs. 1957 Fairthorpe Electron
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 48 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 948 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | |
| Make | BMW | Fairthorpe |
| Model | 330 | Electron |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
