Thread: Ariel Atom - Your Thoughts

It looks like a blast to drive!!!

Originally Posted by tblackj

When you can drive UNDER a semi, it makes you feel a little weird.

So did you?

after seeing one in action, I am sold!

Originally Posted by ChumpChange

So did you?

Nope. My balls are just not big enough.

By far the most fun car I've ever driven, but its a workout. You need to drive it defensively (like you would a motorcycle) because its so small and low to the ground that other drivers can't see you. I'll agree with Thomas that it's safer than a motorcycle but if you get hit hard, you'll be fvcked just the same.

Originally Posted by djantlive

It's a great track car. However, safety is a big concern. There is no crumple zone and anything you hit will end up in your face. Even when on a track, it'd still be dangerous.

Besides safety, I think it is reliable and a thrill to drive. Kind of like a motorcyle. I would actually prefer a motor cycle which can be easy to manuver out of trouble.

You make a really good point about the crumple zone, I had not considered that.

Originally Posted by tblackj

I've had two and they are a lot of fun. I think they are safer than a motorcycle because I've never seen anyone lay an Atom over after washing out on gravel. They are small and the size becomes very clear on the interstate. When you can drive UNDER a semi, it makes you feel a little weird.

Interesting. When driving an Ariel Atom on the highway, do you get a similar sensation of being affected by the airflow of semi trucks as you do on a motorcycle?

Originally Posted by JoshGoler

Interesting. When driving an Ariel Atom on the highway, do you get a similar sensation of being affected by the airflow of semi trucks as you do on a motorcycle?

I didn't notice. There is so much wind and noise around you, you don't really notice anything.

I've heard one of these atoms got enough speed and traction to ride up a tunnel wall....

anyone heard of this story?

Originally Posted by EnnioVF

I've heard one of these atoms got enough speed and traction to ride up a tunnel wall....

anyone heard of this story?

You've watched The Italian Job too many times....