08-21-2020, 01:49 PM | #281 |
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Wholeheartedly agree. Before driving my BRZ I didn't understand what's the fuss car journalists make of RWD. I thought that it was more important which car it is than which wheels it drives. I guess it is true, but only to a degree. There's a limit of what you can do with FWD and front biased AWD, and a good RWD car can do things that a good FWD just can't. Obviously I'll take a Type R over a Crown Vic, but good sports car vs. good sports car, RWD wins for me.
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If they are actually more durable with a bigger bearing. I have killed 5 front hubs in my car. 85K miles. Surprisingly no rears in that time.
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I agree with you and I would make the same choice. I’ve owned each type of configuration, except for a MR setup. And FR is my favorite easily. It’s amazing what Honda achieved with the Civic Type R. Converting the Civic chassis to RWD or AWD would have cost way too much. So they used every trick they know to dial out understeer and make the car rotate almost like a RWD car. But you’re right at the end of the day it can’t completely hide it’s FWD nature. I like their commitment when they decide to make a Type R version of one of their cars. Toyota is starting to do that with the GR models. Let’s hope that trend continues. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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The Mazdaspeed3 was a little beast! Torque steer for days! And a harsh ride. I still think they are awesome. Yeah the balance of the twins is amazing, everything comes together to create such a fun driving experience. The amount of feedback through your seat, steering wheel, and shifter is incredible. Like you said people find different things they enjoy about cars. None of them are wrong, and we’ve had it really good as car enthusiasts. There is something out there for everyone. I gravitate towards Japanese cars, I always have for some reason. I got hooked on watching Speed Racer reruns as a kid, and then Gran Turismo sealed the deal for me. Growing up one of my uncles had a 300ZX, and the other had an RX-7. My mom drove a manual Mazda 626. Funny enough my brother only drives German cars. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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Yeah especially with a sports car, RWD is just more fun. It’s not always the fastest, but the feel is perfect. A good AWD system allows so much power when exiting a turn, so it’s hard to compete on lap times. But I drive my car only on the street so lap times mean very little to me. Honda has been able to create some really special FWD cars. The Integra Type R is up there as one of the most fun cars I’ve ever driven. So engine/drive train layout isn’t the only factor. I would get a Civic Type R over the Golf R and Focus RS. Probably not over a STI. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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However... if Honda were to take their engineering know how and make another S2000 like sportscar, maybe an 86 coupe style competitor with RWD and the same engine as the CTR, I bet it would be even better, faster and more fun than the front engined CTR. It’s not worth doing from a financial standpoint, obviously, but in terms of sheer dynamic potential, a RWD Honda with the CTR’s engine and tech would be even better again. And of course, all else being equal, a properly engineered AWD version would be quicker again than either FWD or RWD, but likely not as fun as either. Ultimately, I just prefer RWD and 2 doors, even when FWD or AWD and 5 doors is quicker. As you said, there are no ‘times’ in regular street driving, the most important thing is fun and how you feel when driving the car. And RWD still rules the roost for fun, all else being equal. |
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Absolutely, the fun factor with RWD is impossible to beat. Especially when a car is set up like the 86 and BRZ. Razor sharp steering, very little body roll, a mechanical LSD, and being able to feel the rear end move through a turn. It doesn’t get better than that for driving enjoyment. I also completely understand why someone would choose AWD, or even FWD. I owned a bugeye WRX for many years, and it was terrific car. It gave a lot of confidence to get through any situation. Raining? Who cares! Not that it makes you invincible, and good tires are still critical. My brother owns a new Audi TTRS, and it’s so quick, almost scary fast. He beat a Tesla Model3 Dual Motor from a dig. The guy in the Tesla was like “What the f*ck is that car?!” That being said his car is very refined and you don’t feel the same connection with the road. It feels heavier even though it’s also a very small car. Yes agree completely that if Honda put the CTR engine into a modern S2000, that would be an even better car. They can also build really awesome RWD cars, but have mostly focused on FWD. I guess the new NSX is one of the few times they used AWD in a performance car. I would have to get some seat time in a CTR before I could choose it over an STI or even a BRZ tS. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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If Honda was going to make a RWD sports car then I suppose that would eat into the expansive Civic range. Then again, the SI and CTR are not exactly a huge part of Civic sales and sales are falling. Aren’t they dropping the coupe? Looks like it.
https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.car...-discontinued/ The car to make is a RWD CTR with the same motor and trans just making it a transverse mid engine layout.
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I could see them making an AWD Civic TypeR, I don’t think we will ever see a RWD version. Imagine what it would be capable of with a good AWD system. Honda needs to make a modern S2000. Just please give it a telescoping steering wheel, and slightly more leg room. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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I suppose AWD is like automatic transmissions; they just make it easier to go fast for novice people. The obvious disadvantages are the weight penalty, the drivetrain losses and packaging. I don't really want an AWD or RWD CTR. I would be down for a mid engine Honda with the CTR or Accord 2.0T powertrain, which wouldn't be too hard to design, or I would be down for a RWD longitudinal setup like the S2000 with the CTR motor.
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For perspective, the CTR went around the Nurburgring in 7:43.8. Its time is next to a Porsche 981 GT4 on Michelin Sport Cup 2 tires, which finished in 7:42. Quote:
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Meanwhile, the CTR is faster in a straight line, better braking, and turns in/corners much MUCH better than the Golf does, even on the OEM tires. The car rotates better on corner entry than the most recent Evo and STI. The time would be slower, but not that slow lol The Golf R is an autobahn car; not a high performance track day type of a car.
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