2000 Audi S8 vs. 1955 Fairthorpe Atom
To start off, 2000 Audi S8 is newer by 45 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 1319 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 2000 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 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, 2000 Audi S8 (583 Nm) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | |
| Make | Audi | Fairthorpe |
| Model | S8 | Atom |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 646 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
