2003 Ariel Atom vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2003 Ariel Atom is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,497 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 858 kg more than 2003 Ariel Atom.
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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (154 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ariel Atom | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ariel | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Atom | E |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 462 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
