1957 Fairthorpe Atomata vs. 2008 BMW 118
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 51 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 118 (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 118 weights approximately 915 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, 2008 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. 2008 BMW 118 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. 2008 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | 2008 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | BMW |
| Model | Atomata | 118 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 644 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 119 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 51 L |
