2003 AC Cobra vs. 2001 Ariel Atom
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ariel Atom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ariel Atom would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2001 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2001 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 AC Cobra weights approximately 602 kg more than 2001 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, 2003 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Cobra | 2001 Ariel Atom | |
Make | AC | Ariel |
Model | Cobra | Atom |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2350 mm |