2002 Ariel Atom vs. 2005 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ariel Atom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ariel Atom would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 2002 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2002 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 1290 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, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ariel Atom | 2005 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ariel | Lamborghini |
| Model | Atom | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
