2000 Ariel Atom vs. 1960 Aston Martin DB4
To start off, 2000 Ariel Atom is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2000 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 890 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. Let's talk about torque, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ariel Atom. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ariel Atom | 1960 Aston Martin DB4 | |
Make | Ariel | Aston Martin |
Model | Atom | DB4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2500 mm |