2005 Ariel Atom vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2005 Ariel Atom is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 845 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, 1982 Ferrari 208 (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ariel Atom. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ariel Atom | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Ariel | Ferrari |
| Model | Atom | 208 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2350 mm |
