G8GT modded vs 2012 GTR stock
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I've only gone for a ride in the pre-2012.
But from what I've read from reviews, the GT-R's ride is actually a little harsh.
Just relaying what I've read.
http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/...-r-test-review
Low - "stiff ride eventually gets tiresome"
"the ride is still pretty stiff and active, even in comfort mode"
http://www.edmunds.com/nissan/gt-r/2012/
"Nissan's stiff-legged ride might be of concern to drivers who value comfort more than outright performance."
AGAIN, I have not been in the 2012 and I think it's an amazing car, but it looks like the ride might be a little on the stiff side.
But from what I've read from reviews, the GT-R's ride is actually a little harsh.
Just relaying what I've read.
http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/...-r-test-review
Low - "stiff ride eventually gets tiresome"
"the ride is still pretty stiff and active, even in comfort mode"
http://www.edmunds.com/nissan/gt-r/2012/
"Nissan's stiff-legged ride might be of concern to drivers who value comfort more than outright performance."
AGAIN, I have not been in the 2012 and I think it's an amazing car, but it looks like the ride might be a little on the stiff side.
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Thanks for all the comments.
I made 505/525 with my IATs going through the roof (176*, dyno shop doesnt have a fan).
It's just a fun project. Like to see what I can do out there, one day it'll get a tire ...and maybe a converter. As it sits now, stock suspension/wheels/tires and 100% stock from throttle body to manifolds.
I'm on the corn juice in the video, probably hitting ~9psi. through the gears.
I made 505/525 with my IATs going through the roof (176*, dyno shop doesnt have a fan).
It's just a fun project. Like to see what I can do out there, one day it'll get a tire ...and maybe a converter. As it sits now, stock suspension/wheels/tires and 100% stock from throttle body to manifolds.
I'm on the corn juice in the video, probably hitting ~9psi. through the gears.
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I've only gone for a ride in the pre-2012.
But from what I've read from reviews, the GT-R's ride is actually a little harsh.
Just relaying what I've read.
http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/...-r-test-review
Low - "stiff ride eventually gets tiresome"
"the ride is still pretty stiff and active, even in comfort mode"
http://www.edmunds.com/nissan/gt-r/2012/
"Nissan's stiff-legged ride might be of concern to drivers who value comfort more than outright performance."
AGAIN, I have not been in the 2012 and I think it's an amazing car, but it looks like the ride might be a little on the stiff side.
But from what I've read from reviews, the GT-R's ride is actually a little harsh.
Just relaying what I've read.
http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/...-r-test-review
Low - "stiff ride eventually gets tiresome"
"the ride is still pretty stiff and active, even in comfort mode"
http://www.edmunds.com/nissan/gt-r/2012/
"Nissan's stiff-legged ride might be of concern to drivers who value comfort more than outright performance."
AGAIN, I have not been in the 2012 and I think it's an amazing car, but it looks like the ride might be a little on the stiff side.
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I was just illustrating that a G8 more than likely has a more comfortable ride.
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Nice vid. You can adjust the "harshness" of the ride in the GTR. 3 modes: R, regular, and comfort. Even on comfort the ride isnt going to compare to an S class Mercedes or 7 series BMW... The back seats of the GTR dont have much leg room unless the front two seats are moved way up. That being said, I dont believe the comfort and passenger/grocery capacity was a big concern when Nissan engineered the GTR. People in the market for a GTR arent buying them for cross-country roadtrips, fuel economy, or silky smooth ride. "fast" is relative, virtually any vehicle can be made fast (in a straight line) with enough money invested.
The 2013 GTR is getting another 15hp and some chassis/suspension refinements. Maybe those refinements are for comfort.
The 2013 GTR is getting another 15hp and some chassis/suspension refinements. Maybe those refinements are for comfort.