2000 Ariel Atom vs. 1974 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2000 Ariel Atom is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,718 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2000 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2000 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Maserati Bora weights approximately 965 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, 1974 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ariel Atom. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ariel Atom | 1974 Maserati Bora | |
Make | Ariel | Maserati |
Model | Atom | Bora |
Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 4718 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |