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FPenvy

no way. its way better than a 6MT

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Haboob

I'm going to break tradition here and not say, "Yes.", because it's up to you (the driver) and what makes you more comfortable.

There are benefits to both, and with the sport mode & paddle shifters you kind of (kind of) have a MT.

For rush hour traffic I bet it's a godsend.

FPenvy

traffic is so nice no holding a clutch pedal in for hour(s) is great.

honestly i dont see any upside to a 6MT over a 7AT.

7AT wins in all categories really. ease of use, faster, more comfortable, etc...

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Haboob

It's just a purist feel.

However, for me it gives my left leg something to do. I've had surgery on it and if it just sits there it goes completely numb, then feels like it's burning from the inside (stupid nerves).

A clutch pedal fixes that, giving it something to do and keep in motion somewhat.

FPenvy

i could care less about the "purist" feel. it's all about performance and function over "form" lol

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Haboob

And that there is the difference between MT and AT drivers.

kenchan

fixed..

DEpointfive0

Well, I have a 7AT and I think it's amazing...
BUT here are the downfalls of AT,

It weighs more
It costs more to replace
It can't take as much HP
It overheats
No lightweight flywheel
EDIT: Oh, and they lose more HP through the drivetrain

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FPenvy

shhhhhhhh! don't let these 6MT guys there's drawbacks lol



but i havent had any overheating issues so far.

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XwChriswX

I'd be hard pressed to have this being the determining factor... I've rode with manual Z's and now that my AT's been tuned, its a minute difference over a manual shift. The only difference is the lag between dropping power, and picking power back up. A human being simply can not shift as fast as the AT. So if anything, it's still quicker. I still feel just as connected to the car. I think this mindset works for 70's-80's even 90's era MT vs ATs, but with modern ATs, I don't think there is as much of a gap between them anymore.

Trust me, if someone wants to steal your car, your car won't be there in the morning. And if in the attempt they figure out they Can't steal it, they will 1. f*** up all the internals, and 2 trash the hell out of it just because.

You also forget that most of the people who steal cars also drive late 80's early 90's hondas, which were primarily manual...

To be honest Frank, I agree with you on most cases, but in this point... Gotta disagree. If you want performance and ease of function/fixing, Manual is better for power.

1. Given
2. Given
3. Gonna have to see what the AT's can handle after they've been effectively modded the same as manuals are with upgraded clutch/flywheels/etc. Though stock for stock, given.
4. Data to support this?
5. No clutch pedal either. So is the weight difference (flywheel only) really going to have a dramatic impact on a 3300lb car?

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