1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 1448 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. 2012 BMW 640 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. 2012 BMW 640 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 2012 BMW 640 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | BMW |
| Model | Atom | 640 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 417 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5007 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 70 L |
