2007 BMW 320 vs. 1955 Fairthorpe Atom
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 52 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (12 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 999 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, 2007 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (20 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. 2007 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1955 Fairthorpe Atom has manual transmission. 1955 Fairthorpe Atom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | |
| Make | BMW | Fairthorpe |
| Model | 320 | Atom |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 1 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 12 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 20 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 426 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 18 L |
