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Cars by Model Type => 3rd generation RX-7's => Topic started by: leggysrx7 on June 05, 2004, 06:20:29 PM

Title: ...standard rx7
Post by: leggysrx7 on June 05, 2004, 06:20:29 PM
..just a quick question, kinda linked to the previous question by RX7aberdeen...

...what type of cars would a standard RX7 3rd gen outrun?? heard various stories about boxsters, impreza\'s and the likes.....

Marc
Title: ...standard rx7
Post by: FDDreamer on June 06, 2004, 10:55:15 AM
Guess it\'s all dependent on what roads, what traffic, what speeds etc. But i like to look at the good ole power-to-weight ratio to get a rough idea.

So....a standard (assuming you mean 265bhp) rex would beat Impreza WRX sti PPP, Boxster S, BMW M3 (E46) Convertible.

Obviously there\'s more to consider...traction, gearing etc. But it\'s a rough guide. A standard Version 5-6 rex (99 onwards) would leave an M3 coupe, or a Carrera 4S. Rotary power, baby! :D
Title: ...standard rx7
Post by: FDDreamer on June 06, 2004, 10:55:59 AM
:eek: almost forgot!

:wave Hi Marc!

Adrian
Title: ...standard rx7
Post by: GordR on June 06, 2004, 11:58:03 AM
I p/xd my impreza sti for a std (apart from a back box!!!) rx! only an rb thou!on fri

I found the rex was lot higher geared and had a lot more top end speed  but the impreza was very quick lower down and the power deliery was a bit better!

But still very pleased with my first rex!!!!Will get some pics up soon.


GordR
Title: ...standard rx7
Post by: leggysrx7 on June 06, 2004, 12:26:01 PM
..excellent news mate!!

Glad you\'ve got yourself an RX7.

Happy ownership.

Marc
Title: ...standard rx7
Post by: GordR on June 06, 2004, 03:28:27 PM
ta mate!!