The Ariel Atom 3.5R is powered by a Honda Type R 2.0-liter engine that produces about 350-horsepower.  Given that the down-to-the-basics body of the Atom 3.5R weighs only 1,212 pounds, 350-horsepower makes for a ridiculous power-to-weight ratio.  That translates to a 0-60mph take-off in just 2.5 seconds, a mark faster than nearly every production sports car on the market today.  Oh, and if 60mph isn’t going to do it for you, it’ll only take another second before the Ariel Atom 3.5R hits 100. The new Ariel Atom 3.5R will be priced at around $135,000 after conversion from British Pounds, but you shouldn’t expect to see this exact model in the States any time soon.  Ariel is said to be planning the revelation of an American version of the 3.5R in a matter of weeks, fulfilling many a childhood dream when it arrives.  We’ll be here for a test drive if you need it, Ariel.

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