1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 2000 Ford ST 460
To start off, 2000 Ford ST 460 is newer by 45 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford ST 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford ST 460 (460 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 448 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (12 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford ST 460 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
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, 2000 Ford ST 460 (178 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (20 Nm). This means 2000 Ford ST 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 2000 Ford ST 460 | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Ford |
Model | Atom | ST 460 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 248 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | single | V |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 460 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 20 Nm | 178 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2580 mm |