2005 Ariel Atom vs. 1983 Porsche 930
To start off, 2005 Ariel Atom is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2005 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Porsche 930 weights approximately 840 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, 1983 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ariel Atom. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 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 | 1983 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Ariel | Porsche |
Model | Atom | 930 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1300 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 |