996 Turbo / GT2 Turbo discussion on previous model 2000-2005 Porsche 911 Twin Turbo and 911 GT2.

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Old Jul 20, 2008 | 05:14 AM
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Alex, All I can say is that of the several K24 cars I've ridden in, None seemed to accelerate as quickly between off idle and about 4500RPMs. After that, it's a different game all together.

Mike

Originally Posted by manalex
I'm not sure I completely agree with the "lag" comment on the K24s. The K24 may not spool up as quickly as its smaller cousin, but I certainly would not describe it as a lag. A good tuner can certainly make a K24 car come alive very quickly. I've read it before on this forum, "no one ever complains about the lag of a GT2." Granted slightly different setup, but K24s just the same.

Also, keep in mind that the turbo's sweet spot begins at around 4k RPM. Keeping it in the sweet range (not that difficult on the track) eliminates all the lag one would experience, with the exception of some key corners on select tracks of course. LWFW helps too.

All that said, I'm going the hybrid route myself. At this point the hybrids will provide the most economical route for additional HP on the track without exceeding my driving capabilities (at least I hope so).

Of course, going faster usually means you need to brake better (or should I say cooler)-that's why I've subscribed to your brake thread...

Thanks Mike and thanks Bluecuda...
 
Old Jul 20, 2008 | 07:34 PM
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Alex, I think you and I are thinking along the same lines with a hybrid setup. The K24's definately have a bigger upside, but you're looking at a new fuel system to achieve those results.
 
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