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Pontiac GTO v. Subaru STi

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What is this discussion about? Pontiac GTO, Subaru Impreza WRX STi, Coupe

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#453 of 471 Re: AWD V8 [paisan] by merrycynic

Feb 20, 2007 (6:54 pm)

Replying to: paisan (Feb 20, 2007 4:41 pm)
I hope your right! I've got a few ideas, but, I couldn't be further from being considered an engineer.

#454 of 471 Re: GTO vs. STI [paisan] by ateixeira

Feb 21, 2007 (9:45 am)

Replying to: paisan (Feb 19, 2007 7:42 pm)
Isn't the GT-R supposed to cost $70 grand?
 
If it's $50k there's no way you'll be able to get one without a markup.
 
That thing is benchmarked against the 911 turbo, a six figure competitor.
 
-juice

#455 of 471 Re: GTO vs. STI [ateixeira] by paisan

Feb 21, 2007 (12:00 pm)

Replying to: ateixeira (Feb 21, 2007 9:45 am)
oh ok my bad $70k still way way too much for it IMO.
 
Also it isn't going to be a GTR right? it's going to be an infinity something or other.
 
-mike

#456 of 471 Re: GTO vs. STI [paisan] by ateixeira

Feb 21, 2007 (12:01 pm)

Replying to: paisan (Feb 21, 2007 12:00 pm)
They seem to go back and forth. We'll see.
 
-juice

#457 of 471 Just as fast? I dont think so...... by ebae

Mar 15, 2007 (11:06 am)

This comparison is completely inaccurate. Since when is 4.9 "just as fast" as 4.6? And how do they figure that a 13.4 second quarter mile is the same as a 13.0? Let's give credit where credit is due....the STI handles better, but the GTO is faster, period.

#458 of 471 Re: Just as fast? I dont think so...... [ebae] by paisan

Mar 15, 2007 (11:36 am)

Replying to: ebae (Mar 15, 2007 11:06 am)
Faster Period? Hmm you should qualify your statement. The GTO is faster in a straight line in dry pavement. Now you add a little road gravel, dirt, rain, snow etc. and the STi will be faster in a straight line, basically all but ideal conditions. Let's not talk about a road course, where the STi will eat the GTO alive through the twisties.
 
Don't get me wrong, I like the GTO, as it's much comfier than the STi but all out performance, an EVO or STi in a well rounded test will beat a GTO hands down.
 
-mike

#459 of 471 Times are off by kjraider

Apr 18, 2007 (1:22 pm)

Both Cars Run low 13s and you don't have to be a pro to do it either as some people think is the case, the auto in the GTO is faster and pulls a 13.0 compared to a m6 13.1, ive seen both times pulled stock, and the WRX ive seen as good as a 13.2 in the quarter. and the GTO does have good trunk space, but who needs it anyway, thats what backseats are for...

#460 of 471 Future by colejs

Apr 23, 2007 (6:08 am)

Well this comparison is no longer relevant anyway due to Holden's decision to can the Monaro as its sales were poor, especially in the Australian market. Also "classic American muscle"? Give me a break! Just like Top Gear 'claimed' the Vauxhaul Monaro, Holden's connection to GM is not doing the brand any favours and with such a rich muscle car heritage its a shame to have good Australian products assimilated by GM with little to no recognition of their creator. Anyway, the GTO Monaro, although a good car, was never very popular however if you can get your hands on a new VE Commodore SS or an HSV Clubsport...

#462 of 471 Inclement weather?Dirt roads?No more excuses plz. by ebae

Aug 29, 2007 (10:50 am)

Replying to: paisan (Mar 15, 2007 11:36 am)
As far as road conditions go...if that is the qualifier (meaning EXCUSE) that one has to use in order to equate the performance (meaning speed) of these vehicles, then so be it. (Personally, I dont do much racing in the snow or dirt). Also, 99% of street racing is in a line... the STI or EVO are better ROAD racing cars over complete courses, but on the street, the GTO's 400 ft/lbs. of torque is WAY too much for the little guys. (Also, the ls2's torque curve is as broad and flat as Ving Rhames's nose). Not to mention... I wonder what a STI or EVO would do against a supercharged GTO running the same level of boost? The real considerations dont even come into play until after the modifications get started. The GTO comes naturally aspirated with tons of room to improve... the STI's and EVO's come from the factory straining the very limits of what a 4-banger can do. The GTO is faster from the factory, and it only gets worse for the ricers from there.

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