Modded E92 M3 DCT takes on a Stock Cadillac CTS-V

[amerlemans]

Originally Posted by Divexxtreme That's exactly it, guys. The Z is a great car, but I simply missed being in a Porsche. I guess I'm just another P-car fanboi... I know a Porsche fanboi when I see one (see Heavy Chevy) and you aren't. You can appreciate other badges. Congrats on the new beast. The car looks fantastic in white. I look forward to seeing the results.

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[Divexxtreme]

Thanks, brother. I really appreciate it.

[Saleen S7 TT]

I love the CTS-V but seeing this makes me think they could have done more with that big V8.

[SeattleBum]

Originally Posted by Saleen S7 TT

I love the CTS-V but seeing this makes me think they could have done more with that big V8.

That can be said about the M3 motor as well. Look at the OP's car! GM could have made it a 700hp car in a heartbeat but I'm not so sure it would still get 26mpg on the hwy. They'd also have to throw in more expensive parts and the cost would start creeping up and up. I think they're happy with a safe tune and safe boost and good price point while still making 556hp.

[gnxs]

Originally Posted by SeattleBum

That can be said about the M3 motor as well. Look at the OP's car! GM could have made it a 700hp car in a heartbeat but I'm not so sure it would still get 26mpg on the hwy. They'd also have to throw in more expensive parts and the cost would start creeping up and up. I think they're happy with a safe tune and safe boost and good price point while still making 556hp.

26 mpg's on the highway??? Maybe I've been driving around with my e-brake accidentally engaged.

Agree 100%. The CTS-V motor is certainly conservatively tuned and boosted from the factory....lots of easy (i.e. cheap) additional hp to be had.