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There exists a small body of automotive thought which suggests self-harm is the apex of driving nirvana.
Example A: the Ariel Atom. As you can see through this video, it destroyed Jeremy's face, and will do exactly the same to yours. However, it remains one of the most rewarding driving experiences on earth.
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So step into the fray Example B: the Vortex F1. Built in Seattle and sporting the same disregard for facial construction as its competitor, the Vortex is as quick as it is spartan.
It uses a GM-sourced 2.0-litre turbo'd four-pot packing 290bhp and 330lb ft of torque in standard 'Turn Key' guise, and a marginally terrifying 330bhp and 360lb ft in 'Ultimate' track-attack spec. 0-60mph time matches the Atom's at 2.7 seconds, while the quarter-mile takes 10.5 seconds (at 130mph).
The Ultimate edition features carbon fibre body panels, upgraded brakes, wheels and tyres, improved steering and a sequential six-speed gearbox. As with the higher-spec Atom, only buy it if you know how to drive. Otherwise it may well be the most expensive three seconds on track you will have.
It costs £31,000 ($50k) for the standard, and around £44k ($70k) for the Ultimate.
Which one would you rather re-arrange your face with? This or our very own Pride of Somerset?
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What do you think?
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turkcobra300zx commented on this article
at 02:19 pm on 04 November 2010
ariel atom for sure
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sSTiG commented on this article
at 02:21 pm on 04 November 2010
£31.000 its very expensive
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TheIcelander commented on this article
at 03:11 pm on 04 November 2010
The Ariel is beautiful, this just reminds me of a gurkin..
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SVettel commented on this article
at 04:47 pm on 04 November 2010
Ariel Atom without a question or a shadow of a doubt.
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Petrol-head312 commented on this article
at 05:00 pm on 04 November 2010
I don't know which one; ariel is more superior in almost everything sure, but this Vortex looks more "user friendly," as though I could use it everyday. Plus i think this pic makes the vortex look bad with that horrible color scheme. Tough choice
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