MAnual/auto matters in racing?
#2
Generally, the manual Maxima will be faster. But, if the driver does not know how to shift the manual for optimum performance, it negates the advantage. There is much less power loss through the drivetrain for a manual transmission, so it puts down more power than an automatic. But, driver skill is definitely a factor.
#4
Originally posted by Y2KevSE
Get the VB recal and a high stall torque converter and you'll give a manual a nice run for his/her money.
Get the VB recal and a high stall torque converter and you'll give a manual a nice run for his/her money.
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Anyways..... people should not really say that it depends on the driver.... That's like saying "The only way an auto will smoke a 5 sp is if the 5sp driver CHOKES!!! "
Sooooo... if we assume that we have two drivers with identical (average) driving skills.... and they both race... the one with the 5sp will always win... Yes?...
#5
Originally posted by Maxx-s-ter
Uhhmmmmm! I thought that a 5 sp was cheaper...
sooooo... you really can't say "you'll give a manual a nice run for his money" since automatics cost more.... ![got me](https://maxima.org/forums/images/smilies/ne_nau.gif)
Uhhmmmmm! I thought that a 5 sp was cheaper...
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zzNAMJAzz ...... what planet have you been living on?? no offense but it's commom knowledge that manuals are much better for racing ( you can conveniently and quickly downshift, better acceleration, etc ..) imo, it's a waste of money to trade for a stick now b/c it'll cost you a load. enjoy your car. I was thinking of getting a gti vr6 or si before i decided on the max. he max is auto unfortunately b/c my mom doesn't know how to drive stick. o well. PEAACCEEE
#8
Originally posted by steveyang
zzNAMJAzz ...... The max is auto unfortunately b/c my mom doesn't know how to drive stick. o well. PEAACCEEE
zzNAMJAzz ...... The max is auto unfortunately b/c my mom doesn't know how to drive stick. o well. PEAACCEEE
The hell with PEAACCEEE.....that ****z screwed!
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hahaha i hear u moboy. my mom hasnt driven it since we got it b/c she works 7 days ... i have it all the time, it's my car, but just in case she might need to drive it in case of an emergency or something, know what i mean? plus i'm only 18 ... she pays the bills .. PEACCEEE
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