Ferdie:
fritz:
My theory is that Porsche cars have "harder" brake friction material than most cars do, and that Porsche has specced such materials because they resist fading better than softer pads and also allow better brake modulation during spirited driving than softer "sudden death" friction materials. The harder pads require more pedal pressure to achieve the same braking effect, but this means that the driver has more control over the braking effect by varying the pedal force over a larger range. [...]
My guess is most car manufacturers go for the softer materials for their better anti-squeal properties, as well as because they know that many drivers would otherwise be "Incapable" of doing a real emergency stop even in a real emergency situation. Many drivers seem to have a mental block against really putting the middle pedal to the metal when necessary.
Come to think of it, you have a point there. The more delicate braker response might further enhance the impression of brake dive. 
Yes, this is true too.
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RC (Germany) - Rennteam Editor 997 Turbo, BMW X5 M (April 9th, 2010), BMW M3 Cab DKG, Mini Cooper S JCW
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