2007 BMW M3 vs. 1955 Fairthorpe Atom
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 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 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 1238 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | |
| Make | BMW | Fairthorpe |
| Model | M3 | Atom |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 15 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 57 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 6.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 417 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 20 L |
