2002 Ariel Atom vs. 1987 BMW 324
To start off, 2002 Ariel Atom is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 324 would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 324 (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 324 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 324 weights approximately 800 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, 1987 BMW 324 (214 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 324 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ariel Atom | 1987 BMW 324 | |
Make | Ariel | BMW |
Model | Atom | 324 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |