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Old 04-27-2005, 12:36 PM
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Question Can a stock (zero mods) G35 6MT beat a BMW 330ci?

Friend wants to race me BEFORE I get my turbo...what are my chances?

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Old 04-27-2005, 12:52 PM
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I would say driver race before 80mph if he has a stick. You will probably pull on him after 80. Good luck and don't mess up.
Old 04-27-2005, 01:41 PM
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Originally Posted by leatherface_ca
I would say driver race before 80mph if he has a stick. You will probably pull on him after 80. Good luck and don't mess up.
He has a 5-speed automatic.
Old 04-27-2005, 02:01 PM
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you will definitely beat him...I've ran against one and it was no challenge...when I was NA
Old 04-27-2005, 02:27 PM
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auto or not, you'll tear him apart at any speed.
Old 04-27-2005, 07:13 PM
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this a joke? 220 hp vs 270+?
Old 04-27-2005, 07:26 PM
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Yes you will definately win. Especially since he has auto
Old 04-27-2005, 07:36 PM
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omg, how about sentra and z?
this is ridiculous.
even auto G can kill MT 330ci.
Old 04-27-2005, 07:43 PM
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Originally Posted by theguykevin
omg, how about sentra and z?
this is ridiculous.
even auto G can kill MT 330ci.
Gimme a break man! It's my first race, I can't drive a stick very well, no experience getting on it off the line. I'll NEED the extra horsepower to make up from my crappy driving.

Luckily for me, it's a track race. We'll be comparing time slips and the fastest slip of the night wins, so I'll get lots of runs in and hopefully get a good run.

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Old 04-27-2005, 08:00 PM
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Ive got a G but have test driven (read: drove like hell) a couple 330s. youve got him, no contest.
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Guys, lets not forget that couple of magazines (Car&Driver, Road&Track) did 5.9's from 0-60 for the Stick ones. The 330 with performance package can do 5.6's and 14's. I would say a driver race before 60 for the stick ones. But you will beat the auto for sure.
Old 04-28-2005, 05:25 AM
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Originally Posted by leatherface_ca
Guys, lets not forget that couple of magazines (Car&Driver, Road&Track) did 5.9's from 0-60 for the Stick ones. The 330 with performance package can do 5.6's and 14's. I would say a driver race before 60 for the stick ones. But you will beat the auto for sure.
He's got the performance package...

BMW 330ci G35 6MT
Old 04-28-2005, 11:56 AM
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The performance package got Extra 10HP+10TQ. The race will be closer than you think. If you can drive well, then you will probably beat him by 1-2 car length. If not, it will be close. Either way, goodluck.
Old 04-28-2005, 12:07 PM
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It will be a close race. The 6MT gives you the benefit of a better launch. Over 80 and you will take him no problem, but lets hope the race is over shortly afterwards. Especially if its a friend.
Old 04-29-2005, 09:15 AM
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Guys, is the ZHP even available with an auto?
Old 04-29-2005, 10:21 AM
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Originally Posted by deanG35c6
Guys, is the ZHP even available with an auto?
Yup
Old 04-29-2005, 11:00 AM
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Ok, then. I've only raced one ZHP when I was stock and it was close, but I took him up high. I don't think I would have a problem at all now. BMWs automatics aren't like the G35s. Remember that and you will win.
Old 05-01-2005, 06:33 PM
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What's the best launch RPM? What are the optimal RPM shift points?
Old 05-01-2005, 06:53 PM
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I think you guys are underestimating the power of the ultimate driving machine.
I say launch at 3k with VDC off, shift near redline. Good luck. I have no doubt you'll wing, but he won't be far behind. Let us know the outcome.
Old 05-02-2005, 02:05 PM
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I have both car.....330 has Zero chance at all......you don't even have to race him. It's such a waste of gas .


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