2005 Ariel Atom vs. 1977 Porsche 930
To start off, 2005 Ariel Atom is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 930 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2005 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Porsche 930 weights approximately 680 kg more than 2005 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, 1977 Porsche 930 (343 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ariel Atom. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ariel Atom | 1977 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Ariel | Porsche |
| Model | Atom | 930 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
