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08-23-2013, 11:24 AM
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Originally Posted by vexor  I've driven the Speed3 and it has too much power, that's the reason for it's lackluster handling when compared to the Focus. There are rumors that for the 2014 or 2015 Speed3, Mazda is dropping the power to ~200hp and focusing on the handling a lot more. | Well the Focus ST has ~10hp and 10ft/lbs less on the MS3, and it doesn't seem to suffer nearly the same handling issues. Quote:
Originally Posted by Energy Drag race! | So the world's greatest drag race involved 10/12 cars where the driver just has to mash the throttle pedal for 11-13 seconds  | 
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08-23-2013, 11:33 AM
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Originally Posted by UFO Well the Focus ST has ~10hp and 10ft/lbs less on the MS3, and it doesn't seem to suffer nearly the same handling issues.
So the world's greatest drag race involved 10/12 cars where the driver just has to mash the throttle pedal for 11-13 seconds | I like manuals for everyday driving but automatics are way better at drag racing.
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08-23-2013, 01:14 PM
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Originally Posted by Energy I like manuals for everyday driving but automatics are way better at drag racing. | it's the other way around?  | 
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08-23-2013, 01:36 PM
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Originally Posted by twitchyzero it's the other way around? | Are you saying manuals are better for drag racing? I don't think so...
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08-23-2013, 02:36 PM
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Nope. I used to drag race at MRP..auto is way more consistent than manual..that's what you're looking for in a bracket race.
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08-24-2013, 12:44 AM
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Originally Posted by Energy | The GT-R's rival is more like Ferrari, Lamborghini and McLaren so...
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08-24-2013, 01:00 AM
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Originally Posted by kwy Nope. I used to drag race at MRP..auto is way more consistent than manual..that's what you're looking for in a bracket race. | Exactly.
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08-24-2013, 01:56 AM
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08-24-2013, 08:08 AM
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Originally Posted by Energy Are you saying manuals are better for drag racing? I don't think so... | oops read/interpreted that wrong
i meant I'd rather have an auto for daily stop-go traffic and have fun rowing through the gears on a drag strip even if it doesnt mean the best 1/4 mi times.
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08-24-2013, 05:45 PM
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Originally Posted by Energy I like manuals for everyday driving but automatics are way better at drag racing. | I totally get that. Just poking fun that 10/12 'Best Drivers Cars' of the year are automatic
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08-24-2013, 06:24 PM
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You guys need to stop whining about modern cars not having manual tranny.
Some motorcycle riders like to kick start, choke the carbureted engine to warm up, etc. But who fucking cares I'd rather ride modern Ducati and R1.
Yes, modern cars do have traction control, auto rev match, ABS, paddle shift, all the other electronic devices but that does NOT mean it's not fun.
I'd rather be in this car with lots of high tech electronic devices with paddle and hybrid system 
than this, which comes with manual tranny, less high tech devices and supposed to be more fun  | |
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08-24-2013, 07:15 PM
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focus st's are sweet little cars. had the chance to drive one, the car feels euro, nothing like american. i fell in love and i dont even like fords
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08-24-2013, 07:55 PM
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Was lucky enough to drive a Focus ST around at work, and I must say it was a very exhilarating ride!
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08-25-2013, 12:52 AM
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Originally Posted by Timpo You guys need to stop whining about modern cars not having manual tranny.
Some motorcycle riders like to kick start, choke the carbureted engine to warm up, etc. But who fucking cares I'd rather ride modern Ducati and R1.
Yes, modern cars do have traction control, auto rev match, ABS, paddle shift, all the other electronic devices but that does NOT mean it's not fun.
I'd rather be in this car with lots of high tech electronic devices with paddle and hybrid system
than this, which comes with manual tranny, less high tech devices and supposed to be more fun | Nobody's whining, just having some fun (see what I did there?).
Like I mentioned I totally get the performance advantage with auto trannies. A drivers car isn't all about fun imo, nor is it about all out performance. To me its about the overall balance of the vehicle and how it can engage the driver. I don't expect yo win you over on this since your answer to everything is "GTR will still smoke it" Posted via RS Mobile | |
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