2003 Ariel Atom vs. 2004 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 612 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ariel Atom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ariel Atom would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 2003 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 1378 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, 2004 Ferrari 612 (590 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ariel Atom. 2004 Ferrari 612 has automatic transmission and 2003 Ariel Atom has manual transmission. 2003 Ariel Atom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ferrari 612 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ariel Atom | 2004 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Ariel | Ferrari |
| Model | Atom | 612 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 533 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 462 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1350 mm |
