1957 Fairthorpe Atomata vs. 1999 BMW 730
To start off, 1999 BMW 730 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 730 weights approximately 1276 kg more than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. 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, 1999 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. 1999 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata has manual transmission. 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | 1999 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | BMW |
| Model | Atomata | 730 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 644 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 90 L |
