2005 Ariel Atom vs. 2003 Infiniti M
To start off, 2005 Ariel Atom is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti M would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti M (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2005 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti M weights approximately 1287 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, 2003 Infiniti M (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ariel Atom. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ariel Atom. 2003 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2005 Ariel Atom has manual transmission. 2005 Ariel Atom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ariel Atom | 2003 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Ariel | Infiniti |
| Model | Atom | M |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2810 mm |
