2005 Ariel Atom vs. 2012 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2012 Zenvo ST1 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ariel Atom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ariel Atom would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 995 more horse power than 2005 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Zenvo ST1 weights approximately 916 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, 2012 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1281 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ariel Atom. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ariel Atom | 2012 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | Ariel | Zenvo |
| Model | Atom | ST1 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3055 mm |
