1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 50 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 1359 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.
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, 2005 Infiniti M (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1955 Fairthorpe Atom has manual transmission. 1955 Fairthorpe Atom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 2005 Infiniti M | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Infiniti |
Model | Atom | M |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 646 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 431 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 75 L |