1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1955 Fairthorpe Atom
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 33 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (317 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 1225 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. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (434 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fairthorpe |
Model | V8 Zagato | Atom |
Year Released | 1988 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 646 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 6.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 20 L |