Why 19?

nuTinmuch · 02-19-2010, 11:33 AM

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Originally Posted by jeffreyfranz

I want to get this discussion going, because I've read several threads that deal with sizes in one way or another, but none address the basic issue: Other than Bling, Why did Nissan go with 19" wheels on the Sport Package? If anyone needs the lightest possible wheel, it's the enthusiast who who drives hard and is willing to pay for extra performance. Between these wheels (23+ pounds) and threads talking about how lame the LSD is, I almost bought the basic model. For pure "tuners," fine--whatever looks best. But for sporting drivers, lighter is better and the Rays 19 is not. Other companies make quality wheels as wide as 10" and weighing as little as 17-19 pounds. Nissan blew it.

A related issue: Do we really need to run a staggered set-up on our Zs, or could we run the same wheel at all four corners? OK, let's get talking!

WEIGHT IS THE ENEMY.

I think the 19s fill out the car a bit better without requiring some suspension work while at the same time sacrificing minor performance at best.

Though, I've always been curious since I've never driven a car with two sets of wheels -- do you really notice the 2-4 extra pounds a wheel? Is it noticeable more-so because of the position? Would you only notice it on the track at certain speeds?