1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte 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 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1243 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 Maserati Quattroporte (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Maserati |
Model | Atom | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 646 cc | 4245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 431 kg | 1674 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 |