2004 Ariel Atom vs. 1992 BMW 850
To start off, 2004 Ariel Atom is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (380 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2004 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 1405 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, 1992 BMW 850 (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ariel Atom | 1992 BMW 850 | |
Make | Ariel | BMW |
Model | Atom | 850 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 5576 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2690 mm |