1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 481 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (12 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1504 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 680 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (20 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Atom | CL |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 248 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | single | V |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 20 Nm | 700 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 426 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 18 L | 88 L |