Sorry if this is a repost, but check out the June issue of Automobile mag. Their article "The Good War" got .99 Gs on the Skidpad...WOW!

 

What else did it say?

 

0-60: 4.6
0-100: 10.4
1/4 Mile: 12.9@112
30-70: 4.6
70-0: 164
Cornering L/R(g): 0.98/0.99

 

112 MPH. I like that.

 

link?
vid?
pics?

 

Couldn't find it online. As I said, June issue of Automobile Magazine.

 

Did they mention which axle they were using on their test car?

 

I can't find them mentioning the rear axle, they were using brembos though.

 

It is quite obvious some magazines have way better drivers than others. Good numbers.

 

Eh, also depends on track/weather conditions...

 

Thanks!

 

good #'s, close to backing up motortrends #'s in the 1/4 mile.

 

I don't think at this time of year the conditions vary that much...unless they are running in the mountains vs sea level...

 

Yes true but I think the driver mod is the biggest factor. I remember building a 93 Escort in the early 2000s with turbo, built motor, and all kinds of goodies. Back then I couldn't get the car out of the low 13s. My father would consistently get it into the mid 11s. Yes I sucked back then. Fortunately I am a much better driver now.

 

Sure there can be. They probably ran those numbers in March. There can be a BIG difference between Southern California, Southern Florida, Michigan, and New Jersey in March.

 

Thank you. Not to mention track prep conditions.

But yes, some magazines have better drivers than others. My point was...the driver isn't the only factor to consider. I'd also throw the gearing in there as well. I'd like to see 3.31, 3.55 and 3.73 equally optioned cars ran back to back to back multiple times by the same driver to see how different they are to launch, etc. That will probably never happen though.

 

True if done in March.....

 

Not exactly what you are looking for but....

Premium Pkg, IUP, 500W Shaker. Same driver, Same Day.
2005 w/ 3.55 1.92 13.39 103 (On Limiter last 30')
2007 w/ 3.31 1.99 13.49 104

I dont expect as much difference (if any) on a 2011 with 8.3% lower 1st and 22% more torque on real street tires. Now on stickies...

 

How long before the website slugs at Automobile Magazine post that review online?

 

I'd be happy if someone would test the 5.0L + A6 tranny. If any mag has, please post the link.

Thanks!