2000 Ariel Atom vs. 2005 Maybach 62
To start off, 2005 Maybach 62 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ariel Atom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ariel Atom would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maybach 62 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 2000 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maybach 62 weights approximately 2345 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, 2005 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 751 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ariel Atom. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ariel Atom. 2005 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ariel Atom has manual transmission. 2000 Ariel Atom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ariel Atom | 2005 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Ariel | Maybach |
| Model | Atom | 62 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3830 mm |
