Why does first gear in every other car feel and seem faster than the Z?

Originally Posted by keb370z Why does first gear in every other car feel and seem faster than the Z? (THERE. Better? Jeez.) It depends on what you are after in

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Why does first gear in every other car feel and seem faster than the Z?

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01-18-2012, 08:20 PM

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Originally Posted by keb370z

Why does first gear in every other car feel and seem faster than the Z?

(THERE. Better? Jeez.)

It depends on what you are after in the car, and what you are used to.

The 3.7 isn't terribly short for the torque levels that the Z produces. If you are used to driving a car with a notably shorter FD, the Z may feel sluggish.

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