1957 Fairthorpe Atomata vs. 2005 Saleen S7

To start off, 2005 Saleen S7 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 715 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saleen S7 weights approximately 777 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 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 900 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Fairthorpe Atomata 2005 Saleen S7
Make Fairthorpe Saleen
Model Atomata S7
Year Released 1957 2005
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 644 cc 7000 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 35 HP 750 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 49 Nm 949 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4800 RPM
Top Speed 119 km/hour 399 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 1247 kg
Vehicle Length 3280 mm 4755 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1981 mm
Vehicle Height 1230 mm 1041 mm
Wheelbase Size 2060 mm 2692 mm