lovely writing.
Past- A4, TT, S4
Present- R8 V10
We all knew that the R8 desired more power but also felt it might spoil that fine balance the V8 version enjoyed. Well by the looks of it the V10 has turned up the wick on just about everything.
Can't wait to see a few comparison tests and see just how much quick it is on the mighty ring now that power isn't an issue.
Search and you will find the truth.
Regarding the Ring I can already tell you-not fast enough. Unfortunately despite nice effort by Audi technical stuff first report that I got is not very good. Hint-high 7.4Xmin...
"If power really does corrupt, then this is the exception to prove the rule."
Seems like Audi has done most of the things right with this car, again.
Originally Posted by KresoF1
not much faster than E46 CS? sounds weird. what was the lp560 time?
Past- A4, TT, S4
Present- R8 V10
You must mean the CSL? The M3 E46 CS isn't that quick.
The LP560-4 did 7:52 in Sportauto supertest.
But if I'm not mistaken there was, and still is a lot of talking about this time. For me it still sounds a bit slow... If you look at the other times it have been posting.
Ok, little bit of clarification is needed...
Ring times by Sport Auto:
Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 7.52min
Porsche 997.2 Carrera S 7.50min
Ferrari 430 Scuderia 7.39min
Porsche 997 GT2 7.33min
All times achieved with sport tires(Cups on Porsches and Corsas on Ferrari and Lambo). Old R8 4.2 FSI time do not count since Ring was resurfaced on some sectors in the mean time. R8 5.2 FSI hint time was achieved on very cold day and Ring was not totally empty(mid traffic). Just according to some sector times low 7.4Xmin is possible.
One other info-gearing on R8 V10 is pretty different then on R8 V8. V10 gearing is far better for track driving so, do not be supriesed if R8 V10 turns out much faster on most tracks then R8 V8. Also, Magnetic Ride is tuned little bit differently(less body roll in both modes)-another key element for faster track time.
Interesting info, thanks!
yes. meant the CSL- did 7:40 if memory serves well. i expect the V10 to beat the scuderia time.
kreso- the magnaride is adjusted but stiffer to compensate for the added weight while supposedly yielding the same handling characteristics at the V8.
Past- A4, TT, S4
Present- R8 V10
KresoF1,
from your post it is clear that R8 V10 wount be able to overcome 997 Turbo not saying about 997.2 Turbo.
Why is it so?
I dont understand, becuase R8 V10 is mid-engined, good gearing, ultimate handling...
why:?
997 Turbo Ring time is 7.52min and R8 V10 will be faster. Maybe even much faster. For your info 997.2 Turbo test mules even with PDK were making the same Ring time as R8 V10.
@RXBG; M3 CSL(e46) time was 7.50min with racing Cups and since Ring was resurfaced on fee sectors it do not count any more...
Beating 430 Scuderia? It wont happened...
kerso- i think it will come within ejaculation distance of the scuderia time.
Past- A4, TT, S4
Present- R8 V10
No way. It just doesn't have the power/weight.
well, you wouldn't expect that with a 200lb weight penalty and 30 hp less it would be faster than the LP560 around the ring.
Past- A4, TT, S4
Present- R8 V10
As most will tell you, the LP time is very suspect.
Do you got any info on when the ring was re-surfaced and where on the mighty track the work did place?
Thanks!
About a year ago. Partially resurfaced is on Sector 1(Flugplatz and Scwedenkreuz) and Sector 4(around Pflanzgarten). Ring is now 6s-8s faster depending on the car and tires.
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