2008 BMW 330 vs. 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 813 kg more than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. 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, 2008 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S | |
Make | BMW | Fairthorpe |
Model | 330 | TX-S |
Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 787 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 44 L |