2003 Ariel Atom vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 2003 Ariel Atom is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2003 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 2003 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 1038 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ariel Atom | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Ariel | Jaguar |
| Model | Atom | MK II |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 462 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2900 mm |
