1957 Fairthorpe Atomata vs. 2006 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK is newer by 49 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1189 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, 2006 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. 2006 Jaguar XK 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. 2006 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | 2006 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Jaguar |
| Model | Atomata | XK |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 644 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 119 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 75 L |
