1957 Fairthorpe Atomata vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 48 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1080 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.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Porsche |
Model | Atomata | 911 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 644 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 64 L |