2004 Ariel Atom vs. 1968 BMW 2002
To start off, 2004 Ariel Atom is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2002 (130 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2002 weights approximately 566 kg more than 2004 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, 1968 BMW 2002 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ariel Atom | 1968 BMW 2002 | |
| Make | Ariel | BMW |
| Model | Atom | 2002 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
