2006 BMW 525 vs. 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 38 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 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT.
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, 2006 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT | |
Make | BMW | Fairthorpe |
Model | 525 | TX-GT |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1998 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 44 L |