2000 Ariel Atom vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 2000 Ariel Atom is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2000 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2000 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa weights approximately 340 kg more than 2000 Ariel 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:
| 2000 Ariel Atom | 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
| Make | Ariel | Ferrari |
| Model | Atom | 250 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2360 mm |
