1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 2012 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 57 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1369 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, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Aston Martin |
Model | Atom | DB9 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 646 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 431 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4709 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 80 L |