I know this topic has been beaten to death on these board about the trade off for 17 vs 18 vs 19 wheel/tire lightweight performance omparisons. What I'd like to know that performance loss by upgrading stock 17s to 19s(like Racing Hart C4), could it be rectified by adding a Stillen Exhaust and using some cold air intake. Would the added horsepower offset the loss due to going higher in rolling diameter on 19s.

Also how easy is it to bend 19s compared to 18s on Southern California roads.

 

I drove on 19's in San Diego for 1 and a half years... never bent ****. Just watch where the hell you are driving and you will be fine.