2004 Ariel Atom vs. 2002 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2004 Ariel Atom is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (509 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 2004 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2004 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 1215 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, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ariel Atom | 2002 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Ariel | Ferrari |
| Model | Atom | Maranello |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 509 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
