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      01-15-2021, 12:29 PM   #7
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There you go, clear as can be the tire wall and it’s impact on stability is the reason to size up the rear wheel diameter on the G8X, just as for example CanAutM3 argued and not for increased rear contact patch and stability as for the Porsche where the tire diameter is also upsized.


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I believe the staggered diameter rim is mainly to have different tire sidewall height front and rear. The larger front sidewall improving front grip to reduce understeer and the shorter rear sidewall providing more stability from improved response in transitions.
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