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Old 12-08-2008, 12:02 PM   #25 (permalink)
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CivySi - '03 honda civic SI
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Originally Posted by jamesqf View Post
Exactly. Going ungodly fast is not a requirement for a true sports car. I could argue that it's even a detriment: I doubt my old Austin-Healey Sprite could hit 100 mph even on a downhill, and many classic sports cars weren't all that much faster. It's the difference between autocrossing and drag racing...
no, its the difference between autocrossing and track time trial racing. drag racing favors rwd cars. oddly enough, the 4 wheel drive aspect is only better at lower speeds, its the higher speeds you dont want your front wheels under power. ever see a 4wheel drive formula 1 car? or can-am car? nope
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