2005 BMW Z4 vs. 1955 Fairthorpe Atom
To start off, 2005 BMW Z4 is newer by 50 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW Z4 (141 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW Z4 weights approximately 894 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.
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, 2005 BMW Z4 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW Z4 | 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | |
| Make | BMW | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Z4 | Atom |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 646 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 20 L |
