2002 Ariel Atom vs. 2000 BMW Z9
To start off, 2002 Ariel Atom is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2002 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z9 weights approximately 1226 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, 2000 BMW Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ariel Atom | 2000 BMW Z9 | |
| Make | Ariel | BMW |
| Model | Atom | Z9 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2960 mm |
