2001 Ariel Atom vs. 1958 Bristol 406
To start off, 2001 Ariel Atom is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Bristol 406 weights approximately 800 kg more than 2001 Ariel Atom.
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, 1958 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ariel Atom | 1958 Bristol 406 | |
Make | Ariel | Bristol |
Model | Atom | 406 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2216 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2900 mm |