2009 BMW 135 vs. 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 41 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 504 kg more than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. 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 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. 2009 BMW 135 has automatic transmission and 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT has manual transmission. 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 135 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT | |
| Make | BMW | Fairthorpe |
| Model | 135 | TX-GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 44 L |
