2004 Ariel Atom vs. 1954 Aston Martin DB2
To start off, 2004 Ariel Atom is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 698 kg more than 2004 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, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ariel Atom | 1954 Aston Martin DB2 | |
Make | Ariel | Aston Martin |
Model | Atom | DB2 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1158 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |