2005 Ariel Atom vs. 2001 BMW 520
To start off, 2005 Ariel Atom is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 520 weights approximately 1210 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, 2001 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ariel Atom. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ariel Atom | 2001 BMW 520 | |
Make | Ariel | BMW |
Model | Atom | 520 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2840 mm |