c32 vs c230
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Re: c32 vs c230
Originally posted by c32god
as far as engine, whats the difference between th 350hp c32 vs 190hp c230?? just engine, nothing else, how does the c32 have so much more hp?
as far as engine, whats the difference between th 350hp c32 vs 190hp c230?? just engine, nothing else, how does the c32 have so much more hp?
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have an unsuspecting right seater looking for a fresh set of underwear.
Don't take this the wrong way,but comparing a C230's performance envelope to that of a C32 is an awfully long reach.
Don't take this the wrong way,but comparing a C230's performance envelope to that of a C32 is an awfully long reach.
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Re: c32 vs c230
Originally posted by c32god
as far as engine, whats the difference between th 350hp c32 vs 190hp c230?? just engine, nothing else, how does the c32 have so much more hp?
as far as engine, whats the difference between th 350hp c32 vs 190hp c230?? just engine, nothing else, how does the c32 have so much more hp?
The difference is in the engine, suspension, gearbox, brakes, interior, electronics, and price! AND OFCOURSE.... the LOOKS!
My question to the experts here is... whats the difference between the C320 engine and the C32 engine? Is it just the supercharger?
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hit submit too soon.To continue,whether it's a C230 or C320,the outcome in most situations would be the same.You should see the looks after I sneak onto the dragstrip.
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u guys arent reading my question, lol, and i do mean c230 kompressor. i know the c32 has all the amg stuff on it, but im just talking directly about the engine, what does the c32 have that the c230 doesnt? and whatever it is, could the c230 get it and be faster than the c32? hope u guys understand what im trying to say...
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You're comparing apples to hand grenades
For openers,the C32 is a 3.2 V6,and the C230 is an inline four with 1.8l displacement.Let's see now...around 350HP/330ft-lbs with 1800cc?..It's doable,but I don't think you could match the bigger engines' power output without a LOT of money.Plan on a short fuse to match the HP increase.
I've driven a couple of C230's...decent cars,and not slow by any means; they scoot pretty well for the small engine size.Absolutely NO comparison to my C32.
The only way to have C32 power in a C230 would be a drivetrain transplant.And THAT would be an interesting toy!.
I've driven a couple of C230's...decent cars,and not slow by any means; they scoot pretty well for the small engine size.Absolutely NO comparison to my C32.
The only way to have C32 power in a C230 would be a drivetrain transplant.And THAT would be an interesting toy!.
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Originally posted by c32god
u guys arent reading my question, lol, and i do mean c230 kompressor. i know the c32 has all the amg stuff on it, but im just talking directly about the engine, what does the c32 have that the c230 doesnt? and whatever it is, could the c230 get it and be faster than the c32? hope u guys understand what im trying to say...
u guys arent reading my question, lol, and i do mean c230 kompressor. i know the c32 has all the amg stuff on it, but im just talking directly about the engine, what does the c32 have that the c230 doesnt? and whatever it is, could the c230 get it and be faster than the c32? hope u guys understand what im trying to say...
But Id rather be in a C32 anyday!
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Originally posted by c32god
u guys arent reading my question, lol, and i do mean c230 kompressor. i know the c32 has all the amg stuff on it, but im just talking directly about the engine, what does the c32 have that the c230 doesnt? and whatever it is, could the c230 get it and be faster than the c32? hope u guys understand what im trying to say...
u guys arent reading my question, lol, and i do mean c230 kompressor. i know the c32 has all the amg stuff on it, but im just talking directly about the engine, what does the c32 have that the c230 doesnt? and whatever it is, could the c230 get it and be faster than the c32? hope u guys understand what im trying to say...
C230 could be faster than C32 when it has a strip diet less then 2000lbs.
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i gotta tell ya, there are alot of cars out there with 1.8 4 cylinder engines that are really quick.. and i mean reaaallly quick. They're not that costly either.
Take the Audi TT Quattro for example. I know its light weight and turbo and all.... but come on! That thing has a 0-60 mph times in the 5's!!!
Take the Audi TT Quattro for example. I know its light weight and turbo and all.... but come on! That thing has a 0-60 mph times in the 5's!!!
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i gotta tell ya, there are alot of cars out there with 1.8 4 cylinder engines that are really quick.. and i mean reaaallly quick. They're not that costly either.
The TT is not light, especially for its size, and does not run 60's in the 5's, more like low to mid 6'sIn fact the CLK 55(heaviest CLK) weighs less than the TT by a few pounds and is a 4 seater.
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cmon, give me the benefit of the doubt! Maybe i'm a bad driver (which probably is the case), but my friends TT initial 3 seconds of acceleration was pretty shocking when i raced him in my brothers 911 Carrera 2001.
I was very impressed. I'd say at least high 5's if not mid 5's
here's a few pics of his car.
I was very impressed. I'd say at least high 5's if not mid 5's
here's a few pics of his car.
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Realistically I believe its very possible. There are C coupes right now that are doing almost 300hp with only a pulley, chip and intercooler upgrade. These are the 2.3L coupes. When they change the blower to a more efficient blower like what Kleemann is trying to make, then I dont see why it wouldnt be able to reach the same amount of HP as a C32.
But Id rather be in a C32 anyday!
Realistically I believe its very possible. There are C coupes right now that are doing almost 300hp with only a pulley, chip and intercooler upgrade. These are the 2.3L coupes. When they change the blower to a more efficient blower like what Kleemann is trying to make, then I dont see why it wouldnt be able to reach the same amount of HP as a C32.
But Id rather be in a C32 anyday!
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Originally posted by Ahmed
cmon, give me the benefit of the doubt! Maybe i'm a bad driver (which probably is the case), but my friends TT initial 3 seconds of acceleration was pretty shocking when i raced him in my brothers 911 Carrera 2001.
I was very impressed. I'd say at least high 5's if not mid 5's
here's a few pics of his car.
cmon, give me the benefit of the doubt! Maybe i'm a bad driver (which probably is the case), but my friends TT initial 3 seconds of acceleration was pretty shocking when i raced him in my brothers 911 Carrera 2001.
I was very impressed. I'd say at least high 5's if not mid 5's
here's a few pics of his car.
Was it stock? I believe you, it's just that i've raced a few TT's & spanked them pretty bad, and i mean bad.......
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Was i stock? I believe you, it's just that i've raced a few TT's & spanked them pretty bad, and i mean bad.......
Was i stock? I believe you, it's just that i've raced a few TT's & spanked them pretty bad, and i mean bad.......
I've only had one TT challenge me...and it had a bike rack on the back with a Fisher mountain bike strapped in. It's coefficient of drag had to be somewhere around .7 at that point!
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Originally posted by ChrisC32
Was it stock? I believe you, it's just that i've raced a few TT's & spanked them pretty bad, and i mean bad.......
Was it stock? I believe you, it's just that i've raced a few TT's & spanked them pretty bad, and i mean bad.......
Ironically, my brother wants to sell his carrera and get the C32.. but he cant get a serious buyer!
Here's a pic of the car, anyone interested?
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