2002 Ariel Atom vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 2002 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1185 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.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ariel Atom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ariel Atom | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ariel | Porsche |
Model | Atom | 911 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2350 mm |