2007 BMW 320 vs. 1960 Fairthorpe Electron
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 47 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 905 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, 2007 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. 2007 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1960 Fairthorpe Electron has manual transmission. 1960 Fairthorpe Electron will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | |
| Make | BMW | Fairthorpe |
| Model | 320 | Electron |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
