2002 Ariel Atom vs. 1972 Buick GS
To start off, 2002 Ariel Atom is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,723 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2002 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2002 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick GS weights approximately 1170 kg more than 2002 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, 1972 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ariel Atom | 1972 Buick GS | |
| Make | Ariel | Buick |
| Model | Atom | GS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 5723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2860 mm |
