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I had an S13 and an S14. Loved the S13! My '95 S14 didn't feel as tight (rubbery steering) and its engine didn't rev as freely (fell flat way before 6500rpm redline, whereas the S13's pulled happily to 7000+). To tell the truth it was kind of a disappointment after the S13.
Anyway, for me the FR-S/BRZ is a HUGE step forward from either. It feels a lot tighter than even the S13, right out of the box. Better suspension, more rigid, more responsive steering (with perhaps a little less feel than the S13's, which was the best-feeling power assisted steering I've ever experienced).
But of course a brand new FR-S/BRZ is a LOT more expensive than a modded-to-your taste S14!
One route is a lot more expensive, with (hopefully!) a lot less headache and worry.
Other route is a lot cheaper, but will require some effort, and you'll still be driving an "old car" if that bothers you.
Regarding the diff: Torsen *is* a "real" LSD. I have a T2R in my 500+hp FD, NO problems putting the power down. The stock unit in my S2000 has never had a problem putting its ~235hp down, either. I love good clutch-type units too, had one in my 240Z, a lightly preloaded salisbury clutch type with ramps that tighten up with load. But again, Torsens are *real* LSDs.
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