2000 Ariel Atom vs. 1996 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 2000 Ariel Atom is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2000 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 2000 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 995 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ariel Atom. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ariel Atom | 1996 Ferrari 512 M | |
| Make | Ariel | Ferrari |
| Model | Atom | 512 M |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |
