2001 Ariel Atom vs. 1989 Jaguar XJR-11
To start off, 2001 Ariel Atom is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR-11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 (741 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 632 more horse power than 2001 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster 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, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 (801 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 653 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ariel Atom | 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 | |
| Make | Ariel | Jaguar |
| Model | Atom | XJR-11 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 741 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 801 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1020 mm |
