1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Porsche |
| Model | Atom | 911 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 417 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2450 mm |
