2002 Ariel Atom vs. 1999 BMW 320
To start off, 2002 Ariel Atom is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 320 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 320 weights approximately 910 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, 1999 BMW 320 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ariel Atom | 1999 BMW 320 | |
Make | Ariel | BMW |
Model | Atom | 320 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |