You and the Corvette driver are a perfect example of how to drive "the ring"... Nice to see such skills and awareness at all times. Take my hat off to both of the drivers.
So nice to watch a true gentleman racer. Knows the track, knows the etiquette and definitely knows his car! EDIT: Just discovered under the video that it is Sebastian Vittel Yikes! I can say no less about the Corvette driver. Truly a pleasure to watch. Truth be told, I am in love with the Atom, what a refined beast of a machine!
Impressive how at 6:04 you held off and let the motor cyclist take his line. Having myself gone precariously in the leaves on the edge of a road on a corner on a bike as a car overtook me I appreciate that thinking of the motor bike handling from a 4 wheel standpoint. Nice to see this sort of driving and a very exciting video overall.
Its not allowed to overtake on the right during the Touristenfahrten. I think this is the main reason in that situation. But of course you can feel the driver take care of the others, good job.
That is respect and situational awareness. Going on the inside could have killed that guy on the motorcycle. One wrong move is all it would take. It's about having some fun, not endangering others.
I was startled by how fast you went from “rolling out of the paddock” to “attack mode”! Nice to see a high performance car in the hands of someone who knows how to use it. Cheers!
I've got an in-car video of a racing driver doing the 'ring in a Mosler MT900R. As the barrier lifts his passenger says something like "We're off". Driver, just before he floors it, "Yes. And may The Lord have mercy on your soul."
Fabulous i would love to do a few laps of this track, pity Sabrine Schmitz was not still around, she had so MUCH too offer, beauty talent amazing driver she was much too young to go i hope she is remembered there with pictures etc so she is Never forgotten! 👍👍
This was a gift to see. A gentlemen's day where all drivers give space. A lot of days, it's crowded with cowboys keeping left, swinging into all directions and so on.
All drivers give space? I think you were watching some other video. Too many idiots out there this day. I think they should have Tuesdays and Thursdays for econobox pieces of crap, Wednesdays for motorcycles, and every other day for serious cars.
And nice to see two drivers of two serious machines of different fundamental philosophy (machines, not drivers) giving each other respect. Ideal would have been they'd come off, swapped cars, driven hard again, and then gone for a few steins afterwards. I'm sure they would each have enjoyed the experience of driving a very different vehicle to their own.
@@Crusader1815 Watch the history of this road. Everyone was always welcome. It's for tourists. Or they should shut it down and then turn it into an FIA regulated circuit
Solid lap and great back and forth with the Vet driver I think people loved this video so much because it has a personality. Good driving \ friendly competition with another driver \ awareness and respect of other drivers. One day when we are all driving electrics we will look back on these videos with teary eyes and say remember the good old days.
For ten minutes, I sat at my dining table and felt like I was behind the wheel. Exhilaration, sportsmanship and some Zen all rolled into one. Thank you.
@@XtianApi he did get stuck behind that mini Cooper for a shortwhile that would have been enough to catch up, I'd imagine they've done improvements over the years but still amazes me how good that atom is 14 years on
This was immensely satisfying to watch. I don't think I've ever watched a full circuit of the Nurburgring before, especially not with so much other traffic, I really like how drivers put on their signals while driving at speed to let you know they've seen you approaching and that its safe to pass. How much I wish the typical American on the highway had even an iota of that amount of situational awareness.
HA HA HA Americans are never going to go through a 360 sign identification test. They will never get to drive over 80mph legally . We are just to rude to learn to drive with respect. Just look at Nascar. We needed a sport where you could hit each other.
Exactly! I thought the atom would have him much more quickly than that and the 'Vette gets moved up a good few ranks in my estimation as a result. That was impressive from so much bigger a car!
Yes, it seemed a bit cautious, never really knowing what traffic might do. I suspect that would have been a much faster lap without traffic. But then again, that's what makes it thrilling.
Amazing ‘ring etiquette… This is one of my favorite laps to watch. That Zo6’s raw power can’t be denied, but neither can the lightweight acceleration of the Atom. Two way to the same goal 👏👏👏!
Bloody Hell! That was the most exciting 10 minutes of the week so far, and I was only sat in front of a monitor lol! The roadcraft and discipline shown by all was impressive.
Have to say that was the best lap ive seen. I knew what to expect from the Atom in competent hands but have to admit the Vette was bloody impressive. Took off like a stabbed rat right from the start .
The Ariel Atom is an absolute laureate thesis on purity of function. Note how it outturns the superbikes while at the same time outpacing more powerful cars at high drag speeds without all the fancy aero bodywork. Automotive masterpiece.
I love how they put a 120mph speedometer in it to comply with regulations. :) You can see where it is maxxed out for a good portion of the map. The new ones are digital, of course.
I am far from a petrol head and came across this video by chance. WOW ! That was FUN !! Massive respect to the Atom driver and, as many others have noted below, wish we could see even 10% of the other drivers' discipline on our roads. Top job, thank you :)
I had the chance to go to Germany about a decade ago and it was one of the most beautiful counties on earth! The cities don’t have a drop of litter, the tiny valley towns , the green , jsut so beautiful amd the drivers on the Ring are SO respectful! They’re always checking mirrors and move to the slower “line” if someone enclosing, same thing on the autobahn. I’d live there in a second. Love this video having her a blacked out ‘06 LPE 606 z06 Corvette, quickest and fastest car I’ve ever owned or been in but as we see man those Atoms are INSANE! Would love one!
Architect, you should have joined the Army and gotten stationed there. I was there for 3 yrs flying fighters...if you thought it was beautiful on the ground you should see it from the air. Try Switzerland next time especially the Lauterbrunnen Valley. The most beautiful place in the world. Look it up.
Wow, I cannot get over how good the Vette driver was, not just keeping up with the Atom, but actually offering worthy competition. I'd be interested in finding out who was behind the wheel? I clicked on this without even looking at the channel name or who was driving the Atom and was absolutely enthralled the entire distance. It was a welcome surprise to discover at the end that it was Sebastian Vittel at the wheel. Great stuff - this is what car racing is all about and separates the enthusiasts from the posers.
@@TheForkbeard Not a fake page, just misleading. Vittel should make it clearer that he races GT2 Porches and not F1 like Vettel. Vittel does have quite extensive experience around the Nürburgring though,
Amazing lap. The driver obviously knows the track well and has amazing driving skills. I love how people respect the track rules and move over. Thanks for sharing the vid.
👍🏻🏴 With so many cars, motorcycles, and drivers with various levels of performance and abilities you must have real confidence not to back-off. Very‘gripping’ in every sense of the word!.
Wow! This video took me back to the late 60s through .mid 70s, when I raced 427 Cobras and 427 Corvettes in SCCA A Production. The cars on the track look different, but the sensations came back in a big way. It was a pleasure to watch two excellent drivers at speed in terrific cars, and that Atom is phenomenal! Although I can still drive fast and to the limits, I also know I'm no longer at that level. Thanks for bringing back some exciting memories.
Love seeing how the confidence grows during the lap everything just gets turned up progressively . Very good awareness of the traffic particuarly the blue swift , red bmw and the bikes
Watching this was absolutely a visceral experience. The video captured much of the feeling of actually being in the car. The road manners of all the drivers was very nice to see. The view of the cycle fenders over the wheels added to the enjoyment, not to mention the sound. And I didn't even have to pay! Thanks for the ride!!!
I can't tell you how much I enjoyed this, it is, as you say, immersive. I can't imagine what it must be like for old Porsche drivers to be passed at half their speed again. And your closure times are minimal, you really must trust the other drivers.
As an owner of the 2017 C7 I can honestly say that Chev really stepped up with the Corvette and the new shape C8 is gorgeous. I’ve also owned the flying C6 (literally lifts up the front end on a windy day). This video was great many thanks. Lost of corners here which my C6 would have just said no to lol. So I can see why the Z didn’t want to try and compete with that enormous go kart.
I had a "7" for many years and did a few track days. I though I was fast but nowhere near this Atom. I would have loved to have taken my Caterham to Nurburgring but as seventy approaches I guess it better stay a dream. Great video, thanks.
Wow, a Caterham 7! Is that the correct model name? Anyway, that’s a great car, and must be so much fun to drive. Seeing you write that (I’m over seventy myself, and my reflexes aren’t what they use to be) reminds me of Paul Newman, and his RACING at seventy and over. He was both fast and safe, which amazes me. I can only salute him, and wish I still had the speed I used to have (I raced motorbikes for years with some success, but hung my leathers at age thirty-four).
What a masterpiece. I remember C&D characterizing the Atom as being able to “pass a Z06 on the track like it’s a minivan.”. I adore the way you can see your tire’s relation to the apex by just looking down. Incredible.
You must have not watched the video. The corvette simply played with the atom as the said minivan, letting it pass and then passing him again. Perhaps he was trying to see if it will crumble under pressure and drive into a wall, like Senna did with Schumacher on his tail.
@@tudormontescu6275 I not only watched the video, I know a few things about cars, such as the fact that, on a track with curves, the Z06 is hopelessly outclassed by the Atom. Might as well be.. well, a minivan.
Nah. Corvette has more comfortable seats, AC, and the driver doesn't get wet in the rain. There are loads of these "scaffolds on wheels" in Europe. They're used to it.
Was cool to hear you back way off at the end. Awesome performances from both drivers, but obvious sound drops indicate either traffic (which you had no problem getting around), mechanical issues (which there were zero signs of) or a willingness to make a close ending. Either way it was an wonderful video, thanks guys for sharing that with us.
I suspect that the last kilometre or so is driven at lower speeds. It seems as if it’s meant to give drivers and riders a few seconds to dial their brains down from race pace to normal low speeds, and then exit the track in a careful manner. Otherwise, they might get “last lap” passing moves, to get to the exit ahead of that vehicle you’ve been chasing hard for most of the lap. That could be quite dangerous, so this way the track users have a few seconds to chill out and get back to normal reality before leaving the track. Very smart.
I love the fact that there is a Swiss motorway vignette for 2015 on the dashboard. It would be nice to see an Atom in your rear-view mirror (for a fraction of a second) as it races past.
It's very apparent you're fast. Besides the point of passing everyone, you finished in essentially high 8 minutes! That's unbelievably fast; especially since you constantly had to follow and pass many slow drivers! Only 20 years ago, that was super car speeds (doesn't seem so long ago for me LOL 😆).
Just wish it was a two lapper to see the speed in that final straightaway! Got to let ‘em cool down though. That, and a speedometer overlay. Awesome run and good sportsmanship!
I love the instant ‘attack’ from the ‘off’. That was confidence. Knowing the track and knowing the car. Must’ve driven that a few times? Well done, it was a joy to watch.
I always love returning to this video here and there. The knowledge that vette is just right up ya the entire time and the stunning moment (that I notice is now the 'Most Replayed' moment) is that little (guessing Evo?) realizing he got stuck in the pocket and just absolutely smashes the throttle to get out of your way.
Refreshing to see how both drivers were respectful of others on the road (and each other). Both drivers were very impressive. The turn-in on the Corvette was amazing.
He looks so comfortable, that it almost seems like his regular commute back from the office! It looked just as much fun as it sounded! The Ariel Atom was the most fun I had in a car at Driving Experience day here in the UK. Alone on a track as the sun was setting with the whine of a Hewland (?) gearbox behind me - spectacular!
Superbe voiture. Je suis toujours impressionné quand je vois des vidéos circuits de ce modèle. Elle a tout pour plaire. Autant dire que quand c'est piloté proprement c'est juste le pieds à regarder. Bravo. 👍
You are definitely a person who is one with his machine! That was so cool! You should have had a rear view camera also so we could see if the Corvette was keeping up with you. Next time perhaps? 😁
There's a reason why this is viewed so much, it's an awesome experience driving.sround the ring with you. I did this on my sons Xbox one and you are the champ!
Drove one of these on a track day back in 2017 - hands down, and by a country mile, the single most exciting, physically demanding, terrifying, addictive and raw car i've ever been in. Been dreaming of owning one as a weekend toy ever since... Honestly, if you consider yourself a petrol head, book a driving experience in one before they disappear. I can't imagine how visceral the 500hp V8 is!
Not to take anything away from this amazing performance.... Would love to have watched it with a little rear view in the corner while you both diced with each other. Excellent drive thank you ☘️
Perfect example of "Honor your competition , so you gain honor yourself" -> and as you mention your views, I think it's true. Also that it's a super immersive Vid 🤩🤩. Watching in front of a big screen make me goose-bumps. Kudos to your Honor and Driving-Skillz.
That is a most impressive vehicle in terms of accelerating and cornering. I actually LOL'd when you took the bike (Ninja) on the outside mid corner, good work.
@@CorePathway The vette has 600hp, not the atom. The original atom had 190hp. And the atom's kerb weight is even less than that. But they have improved the atom - they're on the Atom 4 now, which has a civic turbo engine, new suspension, brakes, the lot. Not to mention the atom V8 they made.
This guy has some chops. The corvette was technically superior- the Ariel couldn't hang with it on the straightaways, but the ariel driver was taking his ride closer to the car's full abilities. Fun to watch.
Caught me in the first half. I thought he had dropped the corvette guy by miles. It's like in the shows when the dead villain pops back in saying he didn't die
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You and the Corvette driver are a perfect example of how to drive "the ring"... Nice to see such skills and awareness at all times.
Take my hat off to both of the drivers.
How would you know? Are you a racing instructor with expert experience on the ring?
@@robertmoore2527 No, he's not.
@@robertmoore2527 pinned by Sebastian Vitell is and he likes the post... just by viewing it shows speed & control. sadly Z06 runs low on fuel
@@hunterlogan2913 7
@@robertmoore2527 Did you just ask a RUclips commenter for his credentials.
Are you the arbiter of commentary?
Tool.
So nice to watch a true gentleman racer. Knows the track, knows the etiquette and definitely knows his car!
EDIT: Just discovered under the video that it is Sebastian Vittel Yikes!
I can say no less about the Corvette driver. Truly a pleasure to watch. Truth be told, I am in love with the Atom, what a refined beast of a machine!
Vittel or Vettel?
Vittel is the water, Vettel is the driver. You are correct, this this wildly impressive for water
Impressive how at 6:04 you held off and let the motor cyclist take his line. Having myself gone precariously in the leaves on the edge of a road on a corner on a bike as a car overtook me I appreciate that thinking of the motor bike handling from a 4 wheel standpoint. Nice to see this sort of driving and a very exciting video overall.
Its not allowed to overtake on the right during the Touristenfahrten. I think this is the main reason in that situation. But of course you can feel the driver take care of the others, good job.
That is respect and situational awareness. Going on the inside could have killed that guy on the motorcycle.
One wrong move is all it would take. It's about having some fun, not endangering others.
@@Nirotix and that's whats truly impressive
My first thought when I saw the driver take the line the motorcyclist needed, was, this guy also rides bikes. Great driver
I particularly like the “Analogue G Meter”, the directions that the ignition key swings are a brilliant indicator!
Haha, didn't notice that at all and rewatched a bit, nice one mate!
I was fixated with the keys-they told so much, then he was braking, g forces etc. very cool.
Yeah Some fuzzy dice would be sick.
I am clearly a muppet - didn't spot that at all! Now need to re-watch :)
Wonderful. Kind of just goes left when he goes to the right, but on the left-handers, that is hanging out there!
I was startled by how fast you went from “rolling out of the paddock” to “attack mode”! Nice to see a high performance car in the hands of someone who knows how to use it. Cheers!
I loved that part. I chuckled that he was warming up his tyres in the pit exit, but then BOOM!! It's on!!!
Give me the keys and you would see a high performance car in the hands of someone who does not know how to use it……….far more entertaining. 🔥😁
Corvette driver is no slouch either.
Definition of “bat out of hell”
I've got an in-car video of a racing driver doing the 'ring in a Mosler MT900R. As the barrier lifts his passenger says something like "We're off".
Driver, just before he floors it, "Yes. And may The Lord have mercy on your soul."
Fabulous i would love to do a few laps of this track, pity Sabrine Schmitz was not still around, she had so MUCH too offer, beauty talent amazing driver she was much too young to go i hope she is remembered there with pictures etc so she is Never forgotten! 👍👍
This was a gift to see. A gentlemen's day where all drivers give space. A lot of days, it's crowded with cowboys keeping left, swinging into all directions and so on.
Cowboys? Do they ride horses and carry six shooters?
All drivers give space? I think you were watching some other video. Too many idiots out there this day. I think they should have Tuesdays and Thursdays for econobox pieces of crap, Wednesdays for motorcycles, and every other day for serious cars.
Amei.
And nice to see two drivers of two serious machines of different fundamental philosophy (machines, not drivers) giving each other respect. Ideal would have been they'd come off, swapped cars, driven hard again, and then gone for a few steins afterwards. I'm sure they would each have enjoyed the experience of driving a very different vehicle to their own.
@@Crusader1815 Watch the history of this road. Everyone was always welcome. It's for tourists. Or they should shut it down and then turn it into an FIA regulated circuit
Love the way the Vette driver gave rh indicator to let the Atom by in the curves! Brilliant drivers and video!👍🇦🇺😎🏁
Rules of the ring. If you are slowing then indicate and move to the right.
Thats a rule in the ring x2
ring around the rosie
can't see what 's to enjoy in all of this rushing about - crazy really
@@majorrgeek that's the point.. it's crazy and it gives you a rush like any other hobby worth while in life
Solid lap and great back and forth with the Vet driver I think people loved this video so much because it has a personality. Good driving \ friendly competition with another driver \ awareness and respect of other drivers. One day when we are all driving electrics we will look back on these videos with teary eyes and say remember the good old days.
For ten minutes, I sat at my dining table and felt like I was behind the wheel. Exhilaration, sportsmanship and some Zen all rolled into one. Thank you.
Same, but I’m sat on the bog using my phone.
All that other drivers be like: Wtf was that!
you and Corvette - proper drivers.
100%
I can't believe that vette caught him like that
@@XtianApi just said that to myself as I watched him wave the Corvette by, shocked it caught him.
@@XtianApi I can. I've owned Corvettes all my life (11)👍; they've always been excellent performers. But, that Ariel Atom is awfully impressive!
@@XtianApi he did get stuck behind that mini Cooper for a shortwhile that would have been enough to catch up, I'd imagine they've done improvements over the years but still amazes me how good that atom is 14 years on
First saw the atom during the glory days of Top Gear. Amazing machine. I'll never own one or touch Nuremberg so thank you for the ride 🤘😎
nuremberg 💀
This was immensely satisfying to watch. I don't think I've ever watched a full circuit of the Nurburgring before, especially not with so much other traffic, I really like how drivers put on their signals while driving at speed to let you know they've seen you approaching and that its safe to pass. How much I wish the typical American on the highway had even an iota of that amount of situational awareness.
HA HA HA Americans are never going to go through a 360 sign identification test. They will never get to drive over 80mph legally . We are just to rude to learn to drive with respect. Just look at Nascar. We needed a sport where you could hit each other.
Americans don't do corners either, just go round in circles.
i'll never understand that. not being aware at all times of whats in front, next and rear to me is what i consider reckless driving
The lot of you are ignorant for making a blanket statement for all Americans. Grow up.
@@mustanghunter2020 twenty years of driving in America is enough experience to quilt a fucking blanket out of, thank you very much
I've driven the Atom, so i'm actually impressed with how well the Vette did.
Lol
The Atom got held up by slower traffic like M3s and 911s. 😬
Exactly! I thought the atom would have him much more quickly than that and the 'Vette gets moved up a good few ranks in my estimation as a result. That was impressive from so much bigger a car!
@@JerGol the vette was purposely built to go around that specific track so well, so I’m not surprised at all it does as well as the atom.
I think the Vette should have a considerably higher top speed, but might not be as quick around the slower turns, which are plentiful on this track.
Extremely aware of those around you, and playing it cautiously, but still managing a fantastic driving lap. Joy to watch.
Yes, it seemed a bit cautious, never really knowing what traffic might do. I suspect that would have been a much faster lap without traffic. But then again, that's what makes it thrilling.
EU drivers are that way .
Brilliant piece of footage ...., shame there was not a remote mic to get it out of the wind noise ...
Amazing ‘ring etiquette… This is one of my favorite laps to watch. That Zo6’s raw power can’t be denied, but neither can the lightweight acceleration of the Atom. Two way to the same goal 👏👏👏!
True that. Though I thought that the Ariel took better lines.
It's a Barracuda and a Mako shark fighting it out. The Z06 has the "Juice" but also the weight.
Bloody Hell! That was the most exciting 10 minutes of the week so far, and I was only sat in front of a monitor lol! The roadcraft and discipline shown by all was impressive.
ditto.. I got some real vertigo at times on that..
@@dnt5volvo If you liked this, watch the Isle of Man motorcycle racing videos. It's V3 (vertigo cubed).
@@davidgoss9148 agree, they are incredible!!!!!!! but this was great too!
My abs are sore now.
there were a couple impeding thru traffic, thinking they were not in the way ...
Have to say that was the best lap ive seen. I knew what to expect from the Atom in competent hands but have to admit the Vette was bloody impressive. Took off like a stabbed rat right from the start .
“Took off like a stabbed rat” 😂
The Ariel Atom is an absolute laureate thesis on purity of function. Note how it outturns the superbikes while at the same time outpacing more powerful cars at high drag speeds without all the fancy aero bodywork. Automotive masterpiece.
I love how they put a 120mph speedometer in it to comply with regulations. :) You can see where it is maxxed out for a good portion of the map. The new ones are digital, of course.
Ariel.. a British Name of some historic standing.
some shite gets printed on here
@@GSXRI300 Shite ? Yours?
Who needs fancy aero work with a 1:2.6 hp/weight ratio?
That little Atom is amazing. At times it felt like a motorcycle. Power to weight is so good. Handling awesome too.
I am far from a petrol head and came across this video by chance. WOW ! That was FUN !! Massive respect to the Atom driver and, as many others have noted below, wish we could see even 10% of the other drivers' discipline on our roads. Top job, thank you :)
I had the chance to go to Germany about a decade ago and it was one of the most beautiful counties on earth! The cities don’t have a drop of litter, the tiny valley towns , the green , jsut so beautiful amd the drivers on the Ring are SO respectful! They’re always checking mirrors and move to the slower “line” if someone enclosing, same thing on the autobahn. I’d live there in a second. Love this video having her a blacked out ‘06 LPE 606 z06 Corvette, quickest and fastest car I’ve ever owned or been in but as we see man those Atoms are INSANE! Would love one!
I've driven on the autobahn. Get over get get killed.. Many have..
Architect, you should have joined the Army and gotten stationed there. I was there for 3 yrs flying fighters...if you thought it was beautiful on the ground you should see it from the air. Try Switzerland next time especially the Lauterbrunnen Valley. The most beautiful place in the world. Look it up.
Things have changed a lot since millions of illegals from Africa moved to Germany.
Wow, I cannot get over how good the Vette driver was, not just keeping up with the Atom, but actually offering worthy competition. I'd be interested in finding out who was behind the wheel? I clicked on this without even looking at the channel name or who was driving the Atom and was absolutely enthralled the entire distance. It was a welcome surprise to discover at the end that it was Sebastian Vittel at the wheel. Great stuff - this is what car racing is all about and separates the enthusiasts from the posers.
Yes but there is still differences in levels. Poser, Enthusiasts, Naturally Gifted, Pros
Lucky it wasn't Verstappen. He'd be on the radio whinging to his Fairy Godmother Christian whenever a car came near him!
Didn't notice at the time I wrote my previous response this is a fake page. Vettel isn't even spelled correctly.
@@TheForkbeard Not a fake page, just misleading. Vittel should make it clearer that he races GT2 Porches and not F1 like Vettel. Vittel does have quite extensive experience around the Nürburgring though,
@@TheTherapistDJ ah! Yes, quite misleading ... thanks for the clarification.
Amazing lap. The driver obviously knows the track well and has amazing driving skills. I love how people respect the track rules and move over. Thanks for sharing the vid.
Sebastian Vittel lmao
👍🏻🏴 With so many cars, motorcycles, and drivers with various levels of performance and abilities you must have real confidence not to back-off.
Very‘gripping’ in every sense of the word!.
🚜💨🏎️ 💦 lol
Wow! This video took me back to the late 60s through .mid 70s, when I raced 427 Cobras and 427 Corvettes in SCCA A Production. The cars on the track look different, but the sensations came back in a big way. It was a pleasure to watch two excellent drivers at speed in terrific cars, and that Atom is phenomenal! Although I can still drive fast and to the limits, I also know I'm no longer at that level. Thanks for bringing back some exciting memories.
Love seeing how the confidence grows during the lap everything just gets turned up progressively . Very good awareness of the traffic particuarly the blue swift , red bmw and the bikes
Watching this was absolutely a visceral experience. The video captured much of the feeling of actually being in the car. The road manners of all the drivers was very nice to see. The view of the cycle fenders over the wheels added to the enjoyment, not to mention the sound. And I didn't even have to pay! Thanks for the ride!!!
I can't tell you how much I enjoyed this, it is, as you say, immersive. I can't imagine what it must be like for old Porsche drivers to be passed at half their speed again. And your closure times are minimal, you really must trust the other drivers.
Or the old Merc driver @ 9:44 passing them all...
@@-NEH- I think maybe he'd already eased off just before the end but the Merc just REALLY wanted the Atoms' scalp anyway.
Agreed, @@Tezzzaaa - that Atom was not at full chat when the Benz went by.
@@Tezzzaaa Very possible. Then again the Merc was nowhere to be seen when they started, so at least he was able to keep the phase, and more.
@@-NEH- tru tru... Merc did well if it caught atom up and paced it. Probably had the legs on the straights.
This was one of the best racing videos I've ever seen. It felt like I was there. Intense.
At one point near the beginning he passes a 944 and I actually felt my body rise and fall as he went over the small rise and back down. Great vid.
As an owner of the 2017 C7 I can honestly say that Chev really stepped up with the Corvette and the new shape C8 is gorgeous. I’ve also owned the flying C6 (literally lifts up the front end on a windy day). This video was great many thanks. Lost of corners here which my C6 would have just said no to lol. So I can see why the Z didn’t want to try and compete with that enormous go kart.
The C8 looks like a Korean Ferrari.
@@kanervatie Wait till you see one for real, its a masterpiece of engineering.
@@bobolulu7615Don't get me wrong, I'm all about the exterior, I liked the front engined Corvettes more.
My favorite Ring POV footage so far, thanks to the open-top awesomeness and that badass black Corvette.
I hope this video has put into perspective just how underrated and underestimated the modern Corvette is - great clip Thanks🙏🏼
Some say he was born at the Nurburgring, all I know is he’s called the Stig
Your single sentence is more entertaining than an entire series of TG without Jezza, the Hamster and the Captain.
Hahahahahahahaha hahahahahahahaha hahahahahahahaha
LOL! Perfect!
A great example of how we can all 'play nice' together. Well done, i bloody loved this!
Two pro drivers with respect and great driving skill. Taking them corners and overtaking. Brilliant driving both of you
The best part of that drive, you beeped the biker to let him know you wanted to pass.
Top marks 👌 👏
I think i saw this one back in 2020 , it is still exciting to watch today .
Aerial Atom , what a beast.
I had a "7" for many years and did a few track days. I though I was fast but nowhere near this Atom. I would have loved to have taken my Caterham to Nurburgring but as seventy approaches I guess it better stay a dream. Great video, thanks.
Wow, a Caterham 7! Is that the correct model name? Anyway, that’s a great car, and must be so much fun to drive. Seeing you write that (I’m over seventy myself, and my reflexes aren’t what they use to be) reminds me of Paul Newman, and his RACING at seventy and over. He was both fast and safe, which amazes me. I can only salute him, and wish I still had the speed I used to have (I raced motorbikes for years with some success, but hung my leathers at age thirty-four).
I was there with you, twisting my phone at every corner, my feet ballet dancing and heart rate through the roof, brilliant!
What a masterpiece. I remember C&D characterizing the Atom as being able to “pass a Z06 on the track like it’s a minivan.”. I adore the way you can see your tire’s relation to the apex by just looking down. Incredible.
You must have not watched the video. The corvette simply played with the atom as the said minivan, letting it pass and then passing him again. Perhaps he was trying to see if it will crumble under pressure and drive into a wall, like Senna did with Schumacher on his tail.
@@tudormontescu6275 I not only watched the video, I know a few things about cars, such as the fact that, on a track with curves, the Z06 is hopelessly outclassed by the Atom. Might as well be.. well, a minivan.
On long straights you better watch out though.
@@trippybruh1592 As long as there weren't a whole lot of curves before it... haha.
@@glashoppah haha true
Must be heart breaking to be overtook by some scaffold on wheels
Lol
That cost an 1/8 of the price!
Nah. Corvette has more comfortable seats, AC, and the driver doesn't get wet in the rain.
There are loads of these "scaffolds on wheels" in Europe. They're used to it.
@@matthewdrake9699same price both
Lol, no it does not. That ariel cost more than the corvette @matthewdrake9699
Christ Almighty but that was bloody exciting.
At 70, possibly the best driving video that I have ever seen.
Six Stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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Magnificent course, amazing machine. Looks a lot more dangerous than racing, though, with the wide disparity of skill and performance. Thank you!
That's why it is exciting!
Was cool to hear you back way off at the end. Awesome performances from both drivers, but obvious sound drops indicate either traffic (which you had no problem getting around), mechanical issues (which there were zero signs of) or a willingness to make a close ending. Either way it was an wonderful video, thanks guys for sharing that with us.
I suspect that the last kilometre or so is driven at lower speeds. It seems as if it’s meant to give drivers and riders a few seconds to dial their brains down from race pace to normal low speeds, and then exit the track in a careful manner. Otherwise, they might get “last lap” passing moves, to get to the exit ahead of that vehicle you’ve been chasing hard for most of the lap. That could be quite dangerous, so this way the track users have a few seconds to chill out and get back to normal reality before leaving the track. Very smart.
I love the fact that there is a Swiss motorway vignette for 2015 on the dashboard. It would be nice to see an Atom in your rear-view mirror (for a fraction of a second) as it races past.
Q show 😃
Sweaty palms watching that - thought I'd take a quick look and got completely immersed in it - Thanks.
It's very apparent you're fast. Besides the point of passing everyone, you finished in essentially high 8 minutes! That's unbelievably fast; especially since you constantly had to follow and pass many slow drivers! Only 20 years ago, that was super car speeds (doesn't seem so long ago for me LOL 😆).
I love the track etiquette and the way how politely they drive (and should drive at those speeds).
@@sonder6434 I guess there always will be the one, who pushes to the limit and either wrecks someone's car or gets somebody (or self) killed...
Just wish it was a two lapper to see the speed in that final straightaway! Got to let ‘em cool down though. That, and a speedometer overlay. Awesome run and good sportsmanship!
I love the instant ‘attack’ from the ‘off’. That was confidence. Knowing the track and knowing the car. Must’ve driven that a few times? Well done, it was a joy to watch.
They "know" the Ring... In and out, over and over... Awesome driving skills!!! ++++++
That was honestly great to watch from the perspective of the roll bar. Great drivers all round
I always love returning to this video here and there. The knowledge that vette is just right up ya the entire time and the stunning moment (that I notice is now the 'Most Replayed' moment) is that little (guessing Evo?) realizing he got stuck in the pocket and just absolutely smashes the throttle to get out of your way.
The Evo driver gave it a red hot go, but that Atom just teleports effortlessly from corner to corner. Unreal!
That was fantastic, yea I agree with a previous comment, several little cameras in your car would be nice, looking at you, looking behind etc.
The way you attack those corners they're practically impromptu straightways!
The most exhilarating vod I've seen from this track so far. 👌🏾
Refreshing to see how both drivers were respectful of others on the road (and each other). Both drivers were very impressive. The turn-in on the Corvette was amazing.
Respectful at 300 klm? I would say lucky when immersed in unprofessional traffic !
The only thing that could have improved this?
A rev counter and speedometer.
That was absofuckinglutely amazing.
Maybe also one of the g-force indicators. I'm sure some of those corners at that speed would be pretty high g-force.
I’d say he was doing about 900mph for the lap
How about some music?
Perhaps a heavy metal version of "On Days Like These".
Nah, the sound of that engine beats any music.
@@thomas1942 You only had to watch the key fob swinging to the right to get an idea of the G forces on left hand corners.
Looks like everybody on track has a 50 km/h limiter on the car )))) Great video thank you!
He looks so comfortable, that it almost seems like his regular commute back from the office!
It looked just as much fun as it sounded!
The Ariel Atom was the most fun I had in a car at Driving Experience day here in the UK. Alone on a track as the sun was setting with the whine of a Hewland (?) gearbox behind me - spectacular!
Wonderful drivers and this was a joy to watch. This is something that will never happen in India. Kudos
Car and driver lighting up the track. Just watching this made my heart rate go up! Amazing.
Insane. Must have watched this 100 times. Proud Ariel is British and that I live less than a mile from your assembly plant 😊
I've been on a high speed circuit run in an Ariel Atom... exciting and terrifying in equal measure
Superbe voiture. Je suis toujours impressionné quand je vois des vidéos circuits de ce modèle. Elle a tout pour plaire.
Autant dire que quand c'est piloté proprement c'est juste le pieds à regarder.
Bravo. 👍
I've watched this film a dozen times over the last two years, and it never gets old.
The atom is a beast, but sometimes you have to let them by so they can do it for dale!
You are definitely a person who is one with his machine! That was so cool! You should have had a rear view camera also so we could see if the Corvette was keeping up with you. Next time perhaps? 😁
TRY TO IMAGINE THAT BIG BLOCK IN AN ATOM..
OMG...IT WOULD FLY!!!
That has to be the most fun you can have on wheels, yes 1,2,3 or 4. And I'm a Vette guy.
This was amazing to see... I often glanced down to see the map as if I were placing Forza!
Great vid Sebastian! I really love it, me being a Chevy Guy... No doubt is one of my favorite vids 😃👍🏼 Thanks a lot for the re-upload 👍🏼
There's a reason why this is viewed so much, it's an awesome experience driving.sround the ring with you. I did this on my sons Xbox one and you are the champ!
Great video! Beautifully driven, safe and very fast! Well done indeed.
That’s a full on workout ! just like a go kart.
Great video thanks
Drove one of these on a track day back in 2017 - hands down, and by a country mile, the single most exciting, physically demanding, terrifying, addictive and raw car i've ever been in. Been dreaming of owning one as a weekend toy ever since... Honestly, if you consider yourself a petrol head, book a driving experience in one before they disappear. I can't imagine how visceral the 500hp V8 is!
I'd love to see the Atom's lap times, unencumbered by by other vehicles getting in its way! SWEET!
Not to take anything away from this amazing performance.... Would love to have watched it with a little rear view in the corner while you both diced with each other. Excellent drive thank you ☘️
Chopper shots of this would have been awesome!
Perfect example of "Honor your competition , so you gain honor yourself" -> and as you mention your views, I think it's true. Also that it's a super immersive Vid 🤩🤩. Watching in front of a big screen make me goose-bumps. Kudos to your Honor and Driving-Skillz.
Still one of my most favourite videos ever.....Damn...this guy can drive!!
F1 driver can drive
Well, there's ten minutes of my life I won't get back.... 😅 and I'm very pleased about! Awesome stuff. 👌
That is a most impressive vehicle in terms of accelerating and cornering. I actually LOL'd when you took the bike (Ninja) on the outside mid corner, good work.
Amazed I still have the track memorized haven't played gran turismo in at least 15 years
Same here bro!
Yeah, got me feigning for sure 😏
Most fun Nurburgring video ever and I've watched a lot!
Admirable etiquette from all racers & a quality performance from Atom & Corvette. Good clean fun 👍
dude...that was friggin awesome...i cant drive the nurburgring that well on ps4...dude you rock.,,,some of the best driving ive ever seen.
Love the fact there was a classic mini on there as well :-)
Thanks for the break from reality! Reminds me when I drag and slalom raced back in the 70's.🥰
Still amazes me how good the atom is 14 years on from when it was 1st showcased on Top Gear
What’s to improve? 600 hp moving 1600 pounds is an incredible baseline.
@@CorePathway The vette has 600hp, not the atom. The original atom had 190hp. And the atom's kerb weight is even less than that. But they have improved the atom - they're on the Atom 4 now, which has a civic turbo engine, new suspension, brakes, the lot. Not to mention the atom V8 they made.
Hope this gets another 6M views! Still an incredible race car the Atom is
This guy has some chops. The corvette was technically superior- the Ariel couldn't hang with it on the straightaways, but the ariel driver was taking his ride closer to the car's full abilities. Fun to watch.
This would have been awesome in a 50/50 split screen with a 1st person view also from that ZR1. Both cars are beasts.
This was awesome. I liked how you both waved each other on at different points. Great driving. No doubt your Atom was the fastest there that day.
I don't know what an Atom is, but this one was driven very well indeed in this video. As well as the Corvette driver. Thank you for sharing ❤️
Wow, love the skills demonstrated here. you made that look way easier than it is.
Naaaa im pretty sure it is really really easy
@@gamerkeks7997 like ur mum
@@rokuthedog damn
I was just thinking, “man I wanna try this” but I’d probably still be behind the Geo Metro at the beginning.
Caught me in the first half. I thought he had dropped the corvette guy by miles.
It's like in the shows when the dead villain pops back in saying he didn't die
Had to slow down a few times so corvette was able to gain
Great to see 2 fast drivers having respect for eathother, what an amazing experience.
gGreat! thanks for re-uploading.
awesome i felt i was driving with you :)
C’est un missile cette auto ! Bravo pour la conduite impeccable 😊👍
Ariel Atom vs. Corvette. Yeah, that lasted about 10 seconds.
With the Atom's weight being half that of the Vette, physics wins in the end.
Agreed in ratio the atom is a much powerful car