2001 Ariel Atom vs. 1956 BMW 507
To start off, 2001 Ariel Atom is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2001 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 507 weights approximately 794 kg more than 2001 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, 1956 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ariel Atom | 1956 BMW 507 | |
Make | Ariel | BMW |
Model | Atom | 507 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2490 mm |