Can C63 S Take Down the M3 and Giulia QV?
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Can C63 S Take Down the M3 and Giulia QV?
Is Italy's new challenger, the Giulia QV, ready to take on the best from Germany?
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It's funny: I've seen or read five different versions of this test in assorted magazines/sites (sometimes with the ATS-V thrown in), and I've seen the C63 S finish anywhere from fourth to first.
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No, didn't even think it would, but its a good video all the same.
I certainly did'nt buy my car because its the "fastest". Its because of the 3 tested (which I also test drove) I liked the C63S coupe more. The Alpha was a close second and if it wasn't for a history of making cars that fall to bits and the fact I wanted a coupe I would have gone that way.
I certainly did'nt buy my car because its the "fastest". Its because of the 3 tested (which I also test drove) I liked the C63S coupe more. The Alpha was a close second and if it wasn't for a history of making cars that fall to bits and the fact I wanted a coupe I would have gone that way.
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That aside you could argue its a personal owned car verses 2 press cars.
But really I think these 3 are so close it comes down to personal preference. If you are worried your peers will think less of you because your car gets to 60mph in .3 more of a second than others you are not really buying cars for the right reason.
I wish people were less obsessed about which is best and just buy and enjoy what you like!
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They say so in the video and in the car WoW review of the C63S coupe in the same you tube channel.
That aside you could argue its a personal owned car verses 2 press cars.
But really I think these 3 are so close it comes down to personal preference. If you are worried your peers will think less of you because your car gets to 60mph in .3 more of a second than others you are not really buying cars for the right reason.
I wish people were less obsessed about which is best and just buy and enjoy what you like!
That aside you could argue its a personal owned car verses 2 press cars.
But really I think these 3 are so close it comes down to personal preference. If you are worried your peers will think less of you because your car gets to 60mph in .3 more of a second than others you are not really buying cars for the right reason.
I wish people were less obsessed about which is best and just buy and enjoy what you like!
Also, no matter how hard they try, they'll never beat that V8!
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So the heaviest car struggles in acceleration (grip), cornering and overcomes its available traction with the most ease....
Seems physics was right after all...
Well that test was worthwhile..
All great cars though....
Seems physics was right after all...
Well that test was worthwhile..
All great cars though....
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As someone else stated above they vary a lot so take your pick, traction however is the factor everyone agrees on is the problem at getting the best straight line acceleration from a dig with the new C63.
This ^^^
Would like to see exactly the same comparo with all 3 fitted with R comp tyres and I'm positive the results would be different, with proper sticky tyres the C63S coupe manages 0-100km/h in under 4 secs and it's cornering would also be improved
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The Giulia is impressive. Car and Driver got 3.6 sec 0 to 60 and 11.9 1/4 mile @ 121 mph. Based on other reviews I'm guessing that there was either something with the C63s or that he wasn't very proficient with it. Other reviews has the C63s coupe doing 3.8 sec 0 to 60 and the 1/4 mile in 12.0 @ 121 mph
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Is it just me or is this a pretty average/ amateurish review.
I have tried the vbox 0-100 and have got 3.9 or 3.8 never as high as 4.3 lol
They tires were clearly cold and that's why there was no traction. The coupe has the widest tyres out of the cars tested here.
I have tried the vbox 0-100 and have got 3.9 or 3.8 never as high as 4.3 lol
They tires were clearly cold and that's why there was no traction. The coupe has the widest tyres out of the cars tested here.
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Once you get to the 4 Sec 0-60 range there are so many factors that can effect performance + or - .5 sec its almost not worth testing. The margins for errors are massive. The wrong tyres, tread, temp, road surface, ambient outside temp, wind speed, engine temp, driver and weight, the list goes on!
A friend of mine used to prep press cars for Honda and I can tell you those cars went through tests our "off the shelf" motors would never see. His team once spent a whole week setting up a Civic Type-R to go out to UK press. Once it was returned it would be fully re-tested before being sent out again.
I think the most important overlooked point in this review is the founder and CEO of Car-Wow could have purchased any of those cars as he is in the trade, has the money and you would think knows a little about cars...
But he went for the C63S coupe. That alone tells a very different story to 0-60 times.
A friend of mine used to prep press cars for Honda and I can tell you those cars went through tests our "off the shelf" motors would never see. His team once spent a whole week setting up a Civic Type-R to go out to UK press. Once it was returned it would be fully re-tested before being sent out again.
I think the most important overlooked point in this review is the founder and CEO of Car-Wow could have purchased any of those cars as he is in the trade, has the money and you would think knows a little about cars...
But he went for the C63S coupe. That alone tells a very different story to 0-60 times.
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regardless of the review - the c63s should of won the roll race.... traction shouldnt be an issue when rolling already... its pretty dummy proof to just step down on the pedal while rolling already... and by then the tires should be warmed up as it has done several other testings...
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Well that's good to know (says the owner of a C63S convertible)
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I've been following the Quad on an owner's forum since they started delivering. They've already been a nightmare as far as reliability and build quality goes. Stuff dropping off, audio systems dying, seats and dashes squeaking, infotainment systems freezing, multiple CEL faults, cars that have been in the shop more than on the road.
The history of the car is spotty as well. It was rushed through development in two years (the industry standard is six for a new model). It suffered multiple launch delays, apparently the result of the car failing every crash test it was subjected to. The dealer network is spotty, and product knowledge is non-existent.
It's a sexy car with seductive power and exhaust note, and everyone raves about the chassis. For a press day that's great. For an $80k daily driver, I don't think the car is "there" yet.
The history of the car is spotty as well. It was rushed through development in two years (the industry standard is six for a new model). It suffered multiple launch delays, apparently the result of the car failing every crash test it was subjected to. The dealer network is spotty, and product knowledge is non-existent.
It's a sexy car with seductive power and exhaust note, and everyone raves about the chassis. For a press day that's great. For an $80k daily driver, I don't think the car is "there" yet.
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The car you are describing below sounds like...never mind.
I've been following the Quad on an owner's forum since they started delivering. They've already been a nightmare as far as reliability and build quality goes. Stuff dropping off, audio systems dying, seats and dashes squeaking, infotainment systems freezing, multiple CEL faults, cars that have been in the shop more than on the road.
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I've been following the Quad on an owner's forum since they started delivering. They've already been a nightmare as far as reliability and build quality goes. Stuff dropping off, audio systems dying, seats and dashes squeaking, infotainment systems freezing, multiple CEL faults, cars that have been in the shop more than on the road.
The history of the car is spotty as well. It was rushed through development in two years (the industry standard is six for a new model). It suffered multiple launch delays, apparently the result of the car failing every crash test it was subjected to. The dealer network is spotty, and product knowledge is non-existent.
It's a sexy car with seductive power and exhaust note, and everyone raves about the chassis. For a press day that's great. For an $80k daily driver, I don't think the car is "there" yet.
The history of the car is spotty as well. It was rushed through development in two years (the industry standard is six for a new model). It suffered multiple launch delays, apparently the result of the car failing every crash test it was subjected to. The dealer network is spotty, and product knowledge is non-existent.
It's a sexy car with seductive power and exhaust note, and everyone raves about the chassis. For a press day that's great. For an $80k daily driver, I don't think the car is "there" yet.
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Just picked up and read the latest Aust. Wheels mag instrumented comparo of these 3 (all 3 sedan variants though) ie. Giulia vs M3 vs C63S sedan and guess what...the Giulia came last in exactly the same straight line performance comparisons, ie. 0-100km/h and 1/4 mile as what was done on Carwow.
Just goes to show these comparos are always all over the place and inconsistent.
BTW they still chose the Giulia as their overall pic, main drawback of the C63S sedan (which came in 2nd) was harsh all round ride, ie, poor everyday driveability/comfort.
All judges agreed the M3 was a distant 3rd although its acceleration performance was identical to the C63S sedan.
Just goes to show these comparos are always all over the place and inconsistent.
BTW they still chose the Giulia as their overall pic, main drawback of the C63S sedan (which came in 2nd) was harsh all round ride, ie, poor everyday driveability/comfort.
All judges agreed the M3 was a distant 3rd although its acceleration performance was identical to the C63S sedan.
