2004 Ariel Atom vs. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2004 Ariel Atom is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2004 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2004 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 960 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, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ariel Atom | 1990 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Ariel | De Tomaso |
Model | Atom | Pantera |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |