1960 BMW 700 vs. 1955 Fairthorpe Atom
To start off, 1960 BMW 700 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fairthorpe Atom would be higher. At 697 cc (2 cylinders), 1960 BMW 700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 BMW 700 (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 BMW 700 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 BMW 700 weights approximately 243 kg more than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 BMW 700 | 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | |
| Make | BMW | Fairthorpe |
| Model | 700 | Atom |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 15 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 57 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 417 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 20 L |
