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Originally Posted by Deuuuce
The AWD control makes the difference?
While I agree a skilled driver should be faster with stability control turned off, what I contend is that the GT-Rs AWD remains variable during 10/10ths driving. Please correct me if I'm wrong.
The electronically controlled clutch pack is controlled via a computer getting input from multiple sensors (wheel speed, steering position, throttle and yaw-rate sensors). This is NOT stability control.
I believe the Evo X has this and if I'm not mistaken, the benefit was demonstrated on Top Gear test of Prodrive's AWD experimental car.
This allows for faster lap times and is actually a driver's aid. One reason AWD isn't allowed in many race series.
My apologies if this has been covered but I think it's a prime example of having an inherent driver's aid vs. a recovery system like Stability Control.
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You are making my point (I think). All these systems are BOTH a driver's aid AND a safety system. In theory, they can make even a pro driver faster if calibrated correctly.
In the case of AWD, I actually think the TT's center diff is fancier--- I think it is fully electronic. The GT-R documentation makes it sound less fancy, but I'm not sure.
Point is that some here think AWD is in the category of a bad system. Anything that makes me go around the track faster AND safer is a good thing.