1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 2011 Lexus GS
To start off, 2011 Lexus GS is newer by 56 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GS weights approximately 1290 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, 2011 Lexus GS (371 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. 2011 Lexus GS 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. 2011 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 2011 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Lexus |
| Model | Atom | GS |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 646 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 431 kg | 1721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4826 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 71 L |
