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sentra_dude · 08-06-2004, 12:37 PM

I think the E65 might suffer the same way the CL65 does...almost the same power to weight ratio for the big engined car as for the small engined version. Even though the CL65 has 612hp, it also weighs 4750lbs, while the CL55, which only has 120 less hp, weighs about 400lbs less. Of course that doesn't totally off set the power gains, but it sure puts a dent in them. So basically, the huge power of the CL65 is good for passing and effortless acceleration at higher speeds...well, until you hit that 155mph speed limiter.

I think the E65 is going to end up weighing about 400-500lbs more, and in the real world, where traction is a big factor it won't be any faster in a straight line (except at higher speeds where it definitely will be) and it will probably end up being slower around the corners with the extra weight up in the nose...:roll:

08-06-2004, 12:37 PM	#4
sentra_dude Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Atlanta Posts: 2,610	I think the E65 might suffer the same way the CL65 does...almost the same power to weight ratio for the big engined car as for the small engined version. Even though the CL65 has 612hp, it also weighs 4750lbs, while the CL55, which only has 120 less hp, weighs about 400lbs less. Of course that doesn't totally off set the power gains, but it sure puts a dent in them. So basically, the huge power of the CL65 is good for passing and effortless acceleration at higher speeds...well, until you hit that 155mph speed limiter. I think the E65 is going to end up weighing about 400-500lbs more, and in the real world, where traction is a big factor it won't be any faster in a straight line (except at higher speeds where it definitely will be) and it will probably end up being slower around the corners with the extra weight up in the nose...:roll: __________________ ------------ 1992 Toyota Celica GT 5spd, intake.