2003 Ariel Atom vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 10 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (548 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 2003 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2003 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 1452 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (747 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 599 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ariel Atom | 2013 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Ariel | Cadillac |
| Model | Atom | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 548 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 747 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 462 kg | 1914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1884 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2880 mm |
