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trice said:
Anyway, my only concern is that I will be disappointed with the power of the 997s after having the 55. I've driven the 997s, I could tell it was quick but not as quick (obviously). Thanks.
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PStotts said:Quote:
trice said:
Anyway, my only concern is that I will be disappointed with the power of the 997s after having the 55. I've driven the 997s, I could tell it was quick but not as quick (obviously). Thanks.
I am not sure what performance figures you are using. I looked up the SL55 and came up with the following:
0 to 60 mph: 4.7 to 4.9 sec (two sources)
1/4 mile: 13.2 sec @ 111 mph
Braking 60 to 0 mph: 124 feet
Porsche 997S
0 to 60 mph: 4.1 sec (Car & Driver) 4.6 (Porsche specs)
W/tip 5.0 (Porsche conservative specs)
1/4 mile: 12.6 sec @ 112 mph (Car & Driver)
Braking 70 to 0: 154 feet
It looks like the numbers are pretty close. Doubt if there is much difference.
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VKSF said:
Suspect the differences are really seen in bursts from 30-80MPH or 60-100MPH, etc....e.g., for playing the "jigsaw puzzle" in busy freeway commuter driving...Merc's autobox and torque work beautifully in these situations where one is busy chatting on the speakerphone and just want effortless "point and shoot" capabilities...drive the 2 cars back to back in those scenarios and I've found the differences to be striking....
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trice said:
I am in the process of ordering a 997s. I recently had a SL55, which I decided to sell because I really do need a back seat for my small kids. Anyway, my only concern is that I will be disappointed with the power of the 997s after having the 55. I've driven the 997s, I could tell it was quick but not as quick (obviously). Has anyone been in a similar situation? Did you end up feeling like you compromised and needed more power? I thought about the turbo, but to be honest I like the 997 a lot more than the 996. Thanks.
Oct 21, 2004 8:35:09 PM
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RC said:
4. the ESP (PSM) system on the Carrera S is much less intrusive than the SL55's ESP system. Add chrono sport package plus to your Carrera S order and the SL55 stands even less chances in curves and turns because the chrono sport package makes the Porsche ESP (PSM) even less intrusive (yes, it is possible... ).
Oct 21, 2004 8:50:16 PM
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Ron (Houston) said:
Do I hear that someone has already tweeked with Sport Package mapping
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VKSF said:
Merc's autobox and torque work beautifully in these situations where one is busy chatting on the speakerphone and just want effortless "point and shoot" capabilities...
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VKSF said:
Merc's autobox and torque work beautifully in these situations where one is busy chatting on the speakerphone and just want effortless "point and shoot" capabilities...
I really like the idea of driving on a freeway in amongst a bunch of guys who are busy chatting on their speakerphones and using their cars' effortless point and shoot capabilities.
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trice said:
thanks for the input. helpful and also confusing. the 55 is not an option. i need a backseat. i actually already sold it and am back to driving my e430. and i don't want to wait for the 997tt, and i prefer the changes in the 997 over the 996 so much that i don't want a 996tt. i realize the 997s isn't going to be as fast as the 55. i am not necessarily looking for the fastest car, but am looking for a very fast car that is sporty and fun to drive. in the us, it's hard to go very fast (>85mph), rather the fun for me is quick accelerations and handling on curvy roads. i'm hoping the 997s can deliver.
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aeri said:
RC is absolutely correct; the 997S is fun. While my E55 is a torque monster and accelerates quickly in a straight line, the car for me is boring. Compare the power to weight ratios between the SL55 and the 997S and your impression of potential performance may change. I never enjoyed exploring the backroads with the E55; with my 997S, I cannot wait for the weekends.