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Subject *ALL* answers! Did ya even read my post last night?
     
Posted by SeedyRom on October 16, 2000 at 10:19 AM
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In Reply To 95 M3 has 240hp and weighs 3200lbs, 90 n/a 222hp and 3200 lb posted by Suprman N/A Z on October 16, 2000 at 09:55 AM
     
Message In it I stated the power ratings and average RWHP dynoed by these cars. And I specifically called upon 95 numbers :) Basically they average at 208 RWHP whereas our cars are around 170-175RWHP if we're lucky. THAT'S one of the problems. Screw only 18 more hp at the crank, it's the 28 more at the ground that matters. Not to mention, the Z is NOT 3,200 pounds it's 3,400-3,550 depending upon Coupe or 2+2. That weight makes a BIG difference. Figure 10lbs = 1 horsepower roughly. There's another 20-25 horsepower right there. Add it up, that's a loss on paper.

But as I say, an NA has a chance on the freeway, albeit not a great one. It all depends upon conditions of the car, driver, etc. But yes, they are faster cars. As far as the TT statement goes, people thought you (or whoever) were talking about newer M3's which ARE that fast. That should cover it!

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