2001 Ariel Atom vs. 1961 Aston Martin DB4
To start off, 2001 Ariel Atom is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2001 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 770 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, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (376 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ariel Atom | 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | |
| Make | Ariel | Aston Martin |
| Model | Atom | DB4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |
