1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 2013 Ferrari 458
To start off, 2013 Ferrari 458 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 4,499 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ferrari 458 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ferrari 458 (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 555 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ferrari 458 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ferrari 458 weights approximately 963 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. 2013 Ferrari 458 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 Ferrari 458 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 2013 Ferrari 458 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Ferrari |
| Model | Atom | 458 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 4499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 417 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4527 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1937 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1213 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 86 L |
