1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata
To start off, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 20 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 514 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1520 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, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 696 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fairthorpe |
Model | V8 Vantage | Atomata |
Year Released | 1977 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 644 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 6.5:1 |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 119 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 | 1990 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2060 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 27 L |