1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 1986 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1986 Lamborghini LM is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fairthorpe Atom would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 2269 kg more than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini LM will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1986 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 1986 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Lamborghini |
| Model | Atom | LM |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 646 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 431 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 169 L |
