1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 58 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (567 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 532 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 2064 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.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 651 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. 2013 Bentley Continental 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. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Bentley |
| Model | Atom | Continental |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 646 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 431 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1403 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 90 L |
