1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 2005 Maserati Quattroporte

To start off, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte 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 4,227 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1512 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.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Fairthorpe Atom 2005 Maserati Quattroporte
Make Fairthorpe Maserati
Model Atom Quattroporte
Year Released 1955 2005
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 322 cc 4227 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 15 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 7000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 60 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 57 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 6.1:1 11.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 417 kg 1929 kg
Vehicle Length 3660 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 3070 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 20 L 90 L


 

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