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Originally Posted by 86'd
I know I'll be splitting hairs here and I know what they're really talking about are electronic aides (more specifically transmissions) when they say technology, but the BRZ is as technically advanced from an engineering standpoint with DI, it's auto transmission, and as electronically aided with Electric Steering, ABS, VDC, TC and the like.
Not to mention the engineering that it took to get a car like the BRZ's CD so low. So I really don't get how the BRZ is any more raw than say my WRX, or a Mustang, because I don't think it is. It just has a better chassis.
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When talking about technology it is the whole package. Not just electronic aids. In general the technology that is being questioned is stuff like:
-Electronic steering instead of hydraulic
-Automatic gearboxes
-Electronic steering aids that can not be turned properly off. (getting more and more common)
-ABS (yes, most appreciate it. I know I do. But would be nice with a button to turn it off for some track fun and braking when going sideways..
-Turbocharged engines with duller response and often less exiting noise.
-The lack of proper LSDs. Some cars now have an open "e-diff". Thereby excluding the need for optional LSD. Atleast for average joe. Not the enthusiast.
-WEIGHT! or maybe I should say safety? (yes, not directly technologys fault, but since we have gotten more and better technologically on safety equipment. All that stuff have become standard requirements. Thus making cars weigh more)
-Focus on consumption. (again, not directly technologys fault) In several countries Co2 and other parameters on the engine and car are triggering high taxes. Making small displacement turbo cars more attractive with their good performance and low co2 emissions. Thereby making the high reving NAs, and high displacement engines obsolete. .. Some call it evolution. I call it the result of stupid taxes)
-Electronic stuff making cars harder to work on for the average car enthusiast.
Probably more stuff that could be questioned.. like, the safe understeer in most cars.. etc etc..
Again. Im not saying technology is bad. I welcome it! I love it. (atleast some of it)
When looking at several sporty cars, or proper sports cars, the technology in many cases seem to make them more dull... less connected.. Less mechanical.. Less pure.
...atleast in my opinion..