Fastest Ariel cars in quarter mile
Top 6 Ariel cars in 1/4 mile drag race. Updated January 2023.
The 1/4 mile time is global benchmark for distance-based acceleration. Originally used in United States as standard distance for drag racing, the 1/4 mile now enjoys recognition worldwide with German, French and Italian automotive press using it in instrumented testing.
The quarter mile drag race puts equal emphasis on traction and high speed "pull", with terminal velocities often exceeding 140 mph for fastest supercars.
Quarter mile is also short enough to suit lightweight sportscars which would get caught by heavier but more powerful cars over longer distance.
| # | make & model | Time @ mph▼ | Image |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Ariel Atom | 10.9 |  |
| 2. | 2008 Ariel Atom 3 | 11.2 @ 125 |  |
| 3. | 2010 Ariel Atom 500 V8 | 11.2 @ 134 |  |
| 4. | 2019 Ariel Atom 4 | 11.2 @ 126 |  |
| 5. | 2005 Ariel Atom 2 | 11.5 @ 117 |  |
| 6. | 2010 Ariel Atom 3.5 | 14.3 @ 111 |  |
Sources
FastestLaps.com (1-3, 5), Autocar (4), SupercarLists.com estimate* (6)
List authored by Christian Zelcs. Last updated on 01/28/2023, last addition - Ariel Atom 3.5.
*Estimates are based on factual test results from reputable sources.
