2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata
To start off, 2002 Bentley Arnage is newer by 45 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Arnage (452 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 2115 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, 2002 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 826 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. 2002 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata has manual transmission. 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Arnage | 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | |
| Make | Bentley | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Arnage | Atomata |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 644 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 452 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 119 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 27 L |
