2009 Audi R8 vs. 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 52 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 1090 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.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2009 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | |
| Make | Audi | Fairthorpe |
| Model | R8 | Atomata |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 644 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 119 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 27 L |
