1957 Fairthorpe Atomata vs. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT 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 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 569 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 910 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, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Carrera GT 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 Carrera GT | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Porsche |
Model | Atomata | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 644 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Top Speed | 119 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 92 L |