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In Reply to: I was thinking of something a little more powerful than a Miata. posted by Bruce from DC on June 29, 2000 at 08:52:30:

>> Like something with enough HP to induce power oversteer. <<
Wouldn't I love that!! But...it ain't gonna happen in, at least, the next 10 yrs unless someone wants to sell me a BoxsterS for ~$25K. Like I wrote below, it's a matter of balance and driver confidence [not to metion skill], and the Miata is truly a Godsend in that regard. I can honestly tell you that I'm a hell of a lot faster in my GTI than in a friend's Mustang GT for those same reasons.
Best Wishes,
Felix

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Well, there's no doubt that the Mustang GT can be vicious. Bruce from DC 09:20:30 06/29/00 (1)
depending upon the vintage. Mine had go-kart suspension that was easily upset by bumps in a corner. (The IRS in the newest Cobra supposedly fixes that.) Brakes that were completely ineffective at speeds above 75 mph. (Newer versions have better brakes.) The stock GT was fundamentally set up to push. Even with very heavy braking, the back end stayed planted. Of course, the abundant torque from the 5 liter engine could easily break the rear end fee.
Not an easy car to drive fast.
On my favorite run thru the mountains of W. Va., I am faster in my current car (SHO) than I was in the Mustang for just the reasons you cite -- and because the brakes are better, now that I replaced the stock brakes with "Baer Claws."
I have read a review of Jackson racing's supercharge setup on the previous generation Miata that was very favorable. Unlike every other Miata bolt-on for more HP, did not have bad driveability characteristics; just a little more power. I think under 7 secs. to 60. I recall it was enough to induce poweroversteer if the pilot chose to.
- Re: Well, there's no doubt that the Mustang GT can be vicious. Fear3000 09:29:35 06/29/00 (0)
  > > I have read a review of Jackson racing's supercharge setup on the previous generation Miata that was very favorable. Unlike every other Miata bolt-on for more HP, did not have bad driveability characteristics; just a little more power. I think under 7 secs. to 60. I recall it was enough to induce poweroversteer if the pilot chose to. < <
  Yea, I read that also - with a great deal of interest I might add. The price was pretty reasonable too. I'd like to see how the product works out over time, and then I might very well jump in... I have a feeling the Miata will be in our family for a long time.
  Best Wishes,
  Felix

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