FR-S/BRZ vs. Genesis Coupe

[fatoni]

Originally Posted by cassidy0998

Once the FR-S/BRZ comes out I'm sure this forum will completely change too. It will be full of headlight/tail light, bumper swap threads etc.

The only reasons it seems to be different as of now I suppose is because the FR-S/BRZ isn't out yet.


It's just a matter of time...

i dont think it will be that bad. people who think like that will probably not going to see where the money goes as opposed to a tc (if they are from the scion world) or where the extra 100 hp is for the dollar (if they are from just about any other "sports car" world)

[OrbitalEllipses]

Originally Posted by Zaku

That 3.8 is the real bargain in their stables, IMHO. And they have good aftermarket support it just you kinda have to hunt it down.

Since release the V6 engine has been the one getting the talk. The turbo was a good prospect, but failed on delivery. Even with this new 2.0T, the V6 has improved as well. I still think it will be the dominant engine when it comes to value and performance. Aftermarket though...

[SUB-FT86]

Anytime there is a 6 cylinder model and 4 cylinder model available for a sports coupe I would always go with the 6 anyday and the GC is no exception. My favorite one is the most expensive one, the 3.8 Track. It's a perfect blend of P2W ratio(11.2lbs/1hp) and features(Sport Pkg/Premium Pkg/Nav Pkg) all for $31,500 in the pre 2013 models. Sure you can get a GT stang for the same coin but if you like lots of features in a GT Sports coupe it's the best blend off all things in one with a superb warranty.

[SVTSHC]

At this point I've pretty much decided to go with the BRZ but this is subject to change depending on how the test drive with each car goes. My only concern will be the aftermarket support for the V6, the last V6 had barely any =/.

[tranzformer]

Originally Posted by SVTSHC

At this point I've pretty much decided to go with the BRZ but this is subject to change depending on how the test drive with each car goes. My only concern will be the aftermarket support for the V6, the last V6 had barely any =/.

Any FI with the 3.8 will be pricey and will probably have to build the engine. If you want more than a CAI/exhaust/tune, you are probably better off with the 2.0T. But if you want to leave it mostly stock the 3.8 is the better option imo.

[cassidy0998]

Originally Posted by fatoni

i dont think it will be that bad. people who think like that will probably not going to see where the money goes as opposed to a tc (if they are from the scion world) or where the extra 100 hp is for the dollar (if they are from just about any other "sports car" world)

we will see

[SUB-FT86]

Originally Posted by tranzformer

Any FI with the 3.8 will be pricey and will probably have to build the engine. If you want more than a CAI/exhaust/tune, you are probably better off with the 2.0T. But if you want to leave it mostly stock the 3.8 is the better option imo.

BINGO!!!!! This is how I feel entirely. When I drove the 3.8 Track I never felt I wanted more power because the 3.8 was pretty torquey and such that it left a huge grin on my face the whole time. My problem with the 2.0T is it felt rough and a bit laggy and the sound was no comparison to the V6's racey sound.

[SVTSHC]

Originally Posted by SUB-FT86

BINGO!!!!! This is how I feel entirely. When I drove the 3.8 Track I never felt I wanted more power because the 3.8 was pretty torquey and such that it left a huge grin on my face the whole time. My problem with the 2.0T is it felt rough and a bit laggy and the sound was no comparison to the V6's racey sound.

I'll need AT MINIMUM 800 RWHP. /kidding

The 348 will likely be enough but I'd probably want to put down a solid 400 to the Rear wheels honestly. Something about keeping a car stock horsepower never sat well with me... that is unless it's got an unreasonable amount of HP to begin with *cough2013GT500cough*

[SUB-FT86]

Originally Posted by SVTSHC

I'll need AT MINIMUM 800 RWHP. /kidding

The 348 will likely be enough but I'd probably want to put down a solid 400 to the Rear wheels honestly. Something about keeping a car stock horsepower never sat well with me... that is unless it's got an unreasonable amount of HP to begin with *cough2013GT500cough*

I feel you. Tinkering is fun.

[Dimman]

Originally Posted by tranzformer

^ question is how far would you want to mod it? I guess hard to tell without a test drive first, but suspension sounds like it is an upgrade (should be fine for moderate increase in hp), R-Spec has decent brakes with the Brembo package (I realize you would be more interested in the base model), LSD on R-Spec (same regarding you wanting base model), I'm sure there will be several decent exhaust systems if you give it time (I personally like the sound of the ARK exhaust). There is also a decent number of turbo kits and intercoolers. So I am sure you would be able to find stuff. Just take a little longer.

From the sounds of it, the outgoing model needs serious suspension help. R-Spec is basically you are just adding the LSD and brakes (brakes got a pretty good reputation). The rest has to go. Sounds of it it lacks travel and will smack its bumpstops a lot more than would be expected. The geometry leads to massive camber gain when lowered as well as amplifying the tendency to hit its bumpstops. Bandaid fix for the camber issue is more static (and more tire wear) and ditching the anti roll bars for new ones with more roll stiffness. And there is a front-rear pitching issue, which sounds like a spring frequency and/or lousy damping issue. So to sort out its handling it needs different spring rates, dampers will then have to be matched to the new rates, more travel and more roll stiffness. So that means even on the R-spec the upgraded springs/shocks and bars need replacement.

The problem with the market is whether the manufacturers will do serious enough development or just use their generic damping and jack up the spring rates because everyone KNOWS stiffer=moar better handling.. :rollseyes:

So even with good availability, that doesn't mean a lot of good parts. If the market thinks KSport is good, why would others spend development dollars on improvements that the buyers won't even acknowledge.


As for the forum issue. We will see some of the same problems here (this is one of my complaints of the FR-S going to Scion). But as Dragon has shown, Scion does support real grass-roots racing even if it is a minority, plus the car's suitability to AutoX will give it a better following from more serious function over form users.

[Hawaiian]

I had read that the GC had some upgrades for 2013 including the suspension, hence the 2k base price ramp up.

[miata]

GC too big. It's a Porky whale.

[SVTSHC]

Originally Posted by miata

GC too big. It's a Porky whale.

IT'S AVERAGE SIZED GOD DAMNIT!

THE CHALLENGER IS A WHALE, THE GENESIS IS MORE LIKE A 50LB TUNA!

[Zaku]

What would a G37 be if compared to a fish? And I like the white GC