2005 Ariel Atom vs. 2004 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2005 Ariel Atom is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2005 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2005 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 740 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, 2004 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ariel Atom. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ariel Atom | 2004 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Ariel | De Tomaso |
Model | Atom | Guara |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |