Turbo6Smackdown
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1. What you run on the track is absolutely worthless because you'll never be able to replicate that on the street. 2. A good track number comes from a combination of a lot of things being in alignment-tire choice, tire pressure, ambient air, driver skill, track prep, shift points/skill etc. MOST of the time all of those attributes are never in alignment at the same time. So sure, the car itself may be a low ten capable machine, but just like 99.9% of Corvette and Porsche drivers who lack a TON of skill, they're usually a high 12 second car on the street, with the typical driver on pump gas, with everyday tires. Just like comparing dyno racers to track racers, I believe it's the same comparison to track racers vs street racers. Most cars that run big numbers on the track can ONLY run those numbers on a track, which is like running them in a place that mind as well not exist. Most people don't live by a track, have the time to go to a track, or the money to blow. I believe the street is the TRUE proving ground. There's also a certain level of pressure you must learn to overcome while racing on the street. The people, the intimidation factor, etc. etc. It's like playing poker. You have to be cool as a cucumber, and not let the others get into your head. A track with a lot of track prep hides MANY car's shortcomings. Yea, all that shit goes out the window on the real streets.
To me, this 800 some hp is a waste on the street, because it will NEVER, EVER hook. But of course, with Chrysler's HORRIBLE torque management and throttle response, that hp will take about an hour to come on, so it MAY have some traction lol. But by then, a car that's set up for the street race will have already eaten it's lunch.
At any rate, I love the Challenger, I think it's a fantastic looking car, and love the current hp race our big three are in. Even though I'd never own another post '74 Chrysler product again, I still love it, and think it's super sexy.
To me, this 800 some hp is a waste on the street, because it will NEVER, EVER hook. But of course, with Chrysler's HORRIBLE torque management and throttle response, that hp will take about an hour to come on, so it MAY have some traction lol. But by then, a car that's set up for the street race will have already eaten it's lunch.
At any rate, I love the Challenger, I think it's a fantastic looking car, and love the current hp race our big three are in. Even though I'd never own another post '74 Chrysler product again, I still love it, and think it's super sexy.
