2005 Ariel Atom vs. 1972 BMW Touring
To start off, 2005 Ariel Atom is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ariel Atom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW Touring weights approximately 570 kg more than 2005 Ariel Atom.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ariel Atom (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ariel Atom | 1972 BMW Touring | |
| Make | Ariel | BMW |
| Model | Atom | Touring |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1574 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
