2003 Ariel Atom vs. 1988 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2003 Ariel Atom is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2003 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2003 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1168 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ariel Atom | 1988 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ariel | Jaguar |
| Model | Atom | XJS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 462 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2600 mm |
