Ariel Atom 500 V8
12-02-2008, 06:47 PM
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If done right it could work. F1 cars are similar weight and make upwards of 900hp.
Obviously the Atom doesn't have that level of tech, but nevertheless, still possible.
Obviously the Atom doesn't have that level of tech, but nevertheless, still possible.
12-02-2008, 07:00 PM
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I read this engine weighs just under 200 pounds, revs to 10k rpm, 500hp.
Its on my christmas list...
Engine details.
http://digiads.com.au/car-news/latest-CATE...nte_200802.html
Its on my christmas list...
Engine details.
http://digiads.com.au/car-news/latest-CATE...nte_200802.html
12-02-2008, 07:02 PM
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Originally Posted by Jakup,Dec 2 2008, 09:47 PM
If done right it could work. F1 cars are similar weight and make upwards of 900hp.
Obviously the Atom doesn't have that level of tech, but nevertheless, still possible.
Obviously the Atom doesn't have that level of tech, but nevertheless, still possible.
The Atom V8 will be piloted by people who come up w/ the cash &/or credit to purchase one.
Sounds like trouble in the making! As they say, it's a lot of fun until someone gets hurt!
12-02-2008, 07:19 PM
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Originally Posted by Jakup,Dec 2 2008, 09:47 PM
If done right it could work. F1 cars are similar weight and make upwards of 900hp.
Obviously the Atom doesn't have that level of tech, but nevertheless, still possible.
Obviously the Atom doesn't have that level of tech, but nevertheless, still possible.
Way wider, way stickier, and the cars have incredible amounts of aero grip as well.Also, F1 cars spin the tires very heavily on launch. Even with that much rubber, they're a handful.
12-02-2008, 07:20 PM
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Originally Posted by Chris S,Dec 2 2008, 10:02 PM
As they say, it's a lot of fun until someone gets hurt!
12-02-2008, 07:34 PM
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Didn't they already have an option for this?
Caterham already has a car like this and so does Radical and they seem be fine. Probably a little hard to drive because of the power but most people who buy them know what they are doing (or should).
Caterham already has a car like this and so does Radical and they seem be fine. Probably a little hard to drive because of the power but most people who buy them know what they are doing (or should).