Aston Martin Atom
The Aston Martin Atom is a prototype automobile built by Aston Martin (AM). Construction of the car began in 1939 and was completed in 1940. The Atom is one of the first fully functional concept cars ever built. Aston Martin explored several new technologies with the Atom, and its chassis design was the basis for the platform used by AM's post-war models well into the late 1950s.
| Aston Martin Atom | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Aston Martin |
| Production | 1939–1940 |
| Designer | Claude Hill |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Prototype grand tourer |
| Body style | 4 door saloon |
| Layout | FR |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 2.0 L (122 cu in) I4 |
| Transmission | Semi-automatic Cotal preselector |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 102 in (2,591 mm) |
| Kerb weight | 24 long cwt (2,700 lb or 1,200 kg) |
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