GLi Vs. Spec V

goosmn · #1 03-14-2003, 10:28 AM

Sorry for the question, but I'm bored here at work. Anyhow, I wanna know how the GLi would fare against the Spec V if they were to race 1/4 mile. I would also like to know how it would fare if they were both in twisties and stuff like that?

Like i said, dumb question. :-) TIA

Deakins · #2 03-17-2003, 09:09 AM

I have never seen, ridden in or driven a Sentra, so this is based on what I have read about it.

The GLI would probably win when it comes to straight line speed and acceleration, but the Spec V is a good bit lighter then the GLI, it sits lower, so i'm not sure how they would compare "in twisties and stuff".

Murco · #3 03-22-2003, 08:10 AM

I've run a few in the stop-light derby. Handled them pretty well. Our cars softer suspension may help the V-spec out corner us, but you wouldn't want to ride in that Sentra!! Stiffer springs and mild lowering will even the field.

sr20de4evr · #4 03-26-2003, 03:02 PM

Just curious, what kind of times do you run with the GLI? I do not, and do not plan on owning a spec-v, but they are the same body style as me, so I gotta defend them

Just to compare, many people have hit 15 flat in an entirely stock spec-v, they also dominate in auto-x and pull a lateral-g very close to the mazdaspeed (not sure of the exact numbers, I believe it is up around .88-.89g stock)

Murco · #5 03-26-2003, 07:54 PM

I've only made 6 runs at Bradenton Motorsports Park in it, best ET - 14.81 @ 98.2 MPH. That was ringing the piss out of it! Other runs were closer to 15 flat. The somewhat soft suspension wouldn't be a hot set-up for autocross but if adapt your driving to the suspension it will go around corners surprizingly quickly. I did chase a 350Z through some twisties one day (keyword - CHASED) and while I think he may have been pushing it more than he would like to admit, transient response isn't it's forte. This car was a bit of a surprize to me after test-driving a BMW 3-series, which we also considered. It had comparable room, features, ride, build-quality, better acceleration, and though it didn't have the panache of the "label" it sure made it hard to justify an extra $8K!! It's that good, but it's a daily driver that will stay stock so I can continue to throw money at my real toy!

sr20de4evr · #6 03-26-2003, 10:57 PM

Not bad, they're faster than I thought. Never done much research on vw's, what engine does the GLI have?

And a 98mph trap is pretty high for a 14.8 run. Most people who et around a 14.9-15.0 trap ~91-92. A 98 trap normally goes along with a 14.2 run. Does your car just have absolutely no traction in 1st or something? If so I bet an aftermarket lsd could really help if you don't have one stock, just a suggestion.

Murco · #7 03-27-2003, 04:02 PM

The GLI has the new (for US) VR6-24V engine, makes 201hp.
It hits the traction control all through 1st and about half-way through 2nd if your really hammering it. Launching this car right is harder than I'd thought it would be and I used the tracion control to limit wheelspin as it still allows about 15% under hard acceleration.

specvracing · #8 03-27-2003, 08:37 PM

A Spec on the Vboard had nitrous and did a 14.3@99mh. Your pretty much correct sr20de4evr.

Murco · #9 04-01-2003, 12:31 AM

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Originally posted by sr20de4evr
And a 98mph trap is pretty high for a 14.8 run. Most people who et around a 14.9-15.0 trap ~91-92. A 98 trap normally goes along with a 14.2 run.

After reading your post, I think you may be right as to the trap speed. The time was right but the MPH was probably lower. I'll dig-up the slips this weekend and scan them.
This clicked in my head when I thought about the Camaro's trap speed of 125...

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