2009 BMW 550 vs. 1960 Fairthorpe Electron
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 49 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 1240 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, 2009 BMW 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | |
Make | BMW | Fairthorpe |
Model | 550 | Electron |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 42 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 76 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2060 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |