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Originally Posted by Sideways&Smiling
It's 50/50...
http://www.autoblog.com/2015/05/28/2...ibution-video/
But I agree with you, it's not ideal. However, I do think it is MUCH more ideal than having front-biased weight distribution. In reality, a mid-engine layout with a bit of rear bias (like the NSX) would provide maximum traction and be the best option overall.
Something like 40/60 is ideal, but is just not realistic in a front-mid-engined car.
It's also really important to note WHERE the mass is located. 50/50 weight distribution with most of the mass at the front and rear ends is nowhere near as good as 50/50 weight distribution with most of the mass towards the center of the car. |
Depending on how it's measured, the weight distribution varies significantly. The fuel tank is in the back, and the driver's seat is behind the CoG. So it might be 50/50 with a full tank and a 175-lb driver, and front-biased when empty.
The article from my original post has a direct comparison on page 3:
http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/...son/specs.html
52/48 for the ND, 55/45 for the BRZ. Whatever the "real" figures are, this at least tells you that the BRZ is more front-biased, if you assume MT didn't screw up the measurements.