Automatic Or Manual? ? ? ?

[kjames]

If U had 2 identical cars only difference is ones automatic and ones manual assuming that the guy is good at shifting is their gonna be a big difference in acceleration?

[Dyno247365]

Originally Posted by kjames

If U had 2 identical cars only difference is ones automatic and ones manual assuming that the guy is good at shifting is their gonna be a big difference in acceleration?

Ahh, one of the most important things to know as a motorhead. In a straight line, depending on the car's transmission differences, an automatic transmission accelerates smoothly and shifts gear at the right revs to reach the maximum rate of acceleration. Add a 'shift kit' to it and the shifts become harder, which makes the car even faster. I never actually tested how an automatic reacts when racing from a roll (30-50 mph) but I'll guarantee that's where the manual has its number.

[nissanfanatic]

Manual transmissions, on average, require less power to be operated. This means more power will be transferred to the wheels.

As stated, automatic transmissions can be modified to compete.

[alphaboo]

The answer is very simple once you get use to both. A manual is best. It is best for all round driving from better fuel economy on that trip to the grocery store to overall car control when you are driving for pure speed. Remeber you can't control an automatic's shift points too well and when you have to you can push that manual past the redline on occasion when you need to and you can use engine braking with a manual if you get yourself in trouble and need to shed speed quickly.

So I say I think as an all around car a manual is best but an automatic with a nice big engine like an old 383 is still damn fast off the line but if a curve comes up the manual can get it's speed down quick without riding the brakes with all your weight like I used to have to due with my old 383 fury.