2002 Ariel Atom vs. 2002 Bentley Azure
To start off, both 2002 Ariel Atom and 2002 Bentley Azure were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Azure weights approximately 2156 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Bentley Azure (800 Nm) has 652 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm). This means 2002 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ariel Atom. 2002 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2002 Ariel Atom has manual transmission. 2002 Ariel Atom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ariel Atom | 2002 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Ariel | Bentley |
| Model | Atom | Azure |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 2616 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3070 mm |
