2009 BMW 128 vs. 1957 Fairthorpe Electron
To start off, 2009 BMW 128 is newer by 52 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 128 weights approximately 988 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.
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, 2009 BMW 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 128 | 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | |
Make | BMW | Fairthorpe |
Model | 128 | Electron |
Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |