2009 BMW M6 vs. 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 40 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 493 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, 2009 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S | |
Make | BMW | Fairthorpe |
Model | M6 | TX-S |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3000 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 | 1280 kg | 787 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 44 L |