2005 Ariel Atom vs. 1970 BMW 2002
To start off, 2005 Ariel Atom is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 BMW 2002. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1970 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 BMW 2002 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2005 Ariel Atom.
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, 1970 BMW 2002 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ariel Atom. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ariel Atom | 1970 BMW 2002 | |
| Make | Ariel | BMW |
| Model | Atom | 2002 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
