2003 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1955 Fairthorpe Atom
To start off, 2003 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 48 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 (16 cylinders), 2003 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 512 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Because 2003 Bugatti Veyron 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, 2003 Bugatti Veyron 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, 2003 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 601 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bugatti Veyron | 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | |
| Make | Bugatti | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Veyron | Atom |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 646 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
