2003 BMW 730 vs. 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata
To start off, 2003 BMW 730 is newer by 46 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 730 weights approximately 1320 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, 2003 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. 2003 BMW 730 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. 2003 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 730 | 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | |
| Make | BMW | Fairthorpe |
| Model | 730 | Atomata |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 644 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 27 L |
