2003 Ariel Atom vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2003 Ariel Atom is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 (177 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2003 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1938 kg more than 2003 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, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 (432 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ariel Atom | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Ariel | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Atom | 500 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 5401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 432 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 462 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3300 mm |
