01-15-2022, 11:16 AM | #1 |
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G80 M3 Drag Race: xDrive vs RWD
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I don't understand how RWD would catch up at high speeds (>115) as all of these silly tests seem to suggest. Can someone explain?
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01-16-2022, 12:21 PM | #3 |
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Not sure either. Maybe it has to do with weight
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Assuming both cars could hook equally (think drag slicks) the rwd would be faster the whole time. The awd wins the launch because it is using first gear whereas the rwd uses second since it will incinerate the tires if it used first. |
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01-16-2022, 02:15 PM | #5 |
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I bet the M3 wins
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01-17-2022, 10:31 PM | #6 |
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xdrive is a great party trick -- can't wait to get mine. even fast RWD cars just don't feel the same launching. e.g. i launched GT3 back to back with a 911.2 Turbo at PECLA and they're both quick but the AWD really makes your organs shift which is an impressive feat.
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01-19-2022, 11:57 AM | #7 |
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It can only be mostly down to weight all else being equal.
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I think he did
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