1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 2006 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 51 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 1414 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. 2006 Jaguar XKR 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. 2006 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 2006 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Jaguar |
| Model | Atom | XKR |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 646 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 431 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 75 L |
