2004 Ariel Atom vs. 1972 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2004 Ariel Atom is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Charger (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2004 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2004 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1250 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, 1972 Dodge Charger (470 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ariel Atom | 1972 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Ariel | Dodge |
| Model | Atom | Charger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3010 mm |
