1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 54 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
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, 2009 Nissan 350Z (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Nissan |
| Model | Atom | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 646 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 80 L |
