E55 versus SL55 stage 2 - Page 2

TonyJ89117 · 2007-05-01 15:24:39

deff need a video next time:smash:

May 6, 2007 | 11:48 PM

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deff need a video next time

May 7, 2007 | 01:46 AM

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Originally Posted by J 2OOI

Tony - I just noticed you have a C6. Is it stock? do you have an auto or manual? just wondering how the E55 compares. I have seen a video with the ricker and the E55 was faster. Just wondering if you could do a comparison for me on brakes, handling, comfort, acceleration from butt dyno, etc. I know these cars are totally different, but I am a long time corvette lover and I chose the E55 over the C6. Thanks.

My C6 is essentially stock Z51 6-speed manual with a CAI, headers and exhaust. I am planning to put a Procharger D1 blower eventually.

Following is a brief comparison:

Brakes: The C6 brakes are definitely better than the E55. The calipers and rotors are much smaller on the C6, but they work much better.

Handling: No comparison, the C6 is hands down better. You cannot fight physics and a 1000 pound advantage

Comfort: The E55 is superior in this respect. The C6 is cheap inside, but what do you expect. However, it is much nicer than the C5 I had before

Acceleration: I would definitely give the E55 the nod in power. The torque of the E55 is awesome. However, once I get the blower on the C6; bye bye E55

If I could only have one car, I eould choose the E55 without a question.

Tony

May 7, 2007 | 01:49 AM

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Originally Posted by dragonAMG

Tony - how about racing me?

Sounds like fun.

It would be nice to see first hand what I can expect when I start modding the E55. I am sure your 55 will cream me, but it would be fun to watch your taillights disappear on me

May 7, 2007 | 01:50 AM

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Originally Posted by 02S430

deff need a video next time

I will make sure one of us brings a passenger next time.

May 7, 2007 | 02:09 AM

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Originally Posted by SL55 MKB

i didnt race a E55..but i did race an M5. That thing is SUPER FAST..i only had a chance untill 80 km/h..at higher speeds i really got spanked

I have an ECU remap done by MKB..what other mods should i have to beat the M5..Is it even possible (Euro M5's).

The best mod you can do is to take a driver's school, and this is coming from someone who owns a performance software company. Improve your skills, and get into it on some windy roads.

I have out run Porsche's, Ferrari's, Lambos, etc., and held station with Z06s on road courses with the SL55. Just this past weekend I beat up a Gallardo with my M3 on a mountain road, and it just has an ECU mod.

The good thing about improving your skills, is that you can take them with you from car to car.