1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron vs. 1955 Fairthorpe Atom
To start off, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron is newer by 44 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 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron (552 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 540 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (12 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron weights approximately 1751 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.
Because 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron (881 Nm) has 861 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (20 Nm). This means 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron | 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | |
| Make | Bugatti | Fairthorpe |
| Model | EB 18-3 Chiron | Atom |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 1 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | single |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 12 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 20 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 426 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2270 mm |
