2009 BMW 523 vs. 1955 Fairthorpe Atom
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 54 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 523 weights approximately 1134 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, 2009 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 523 | 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | |
Make | BMW | Fairthorpe |
Model | 523 | Atom |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 646 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 20 L |