CGT is the best all around car I own ...
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On the flip side - the F40 has some turbo lag which was prevalent in cars from that era. Some of you may have owned older 911 Turbos from the late 80s and you can remember the turbo lag and then sudden explosion of power (fun ... but a handful if you were trying to calculate your passing maneuver!) Anyway, imagine that explosion times two (or three). 
The F40 has some lag and then all hell breaks loose with wooshing noises from the blow off valve. It feels like you've been shot out of a cannon.
The F40 has some lag and then all hell breaks loose with wooshing noises from the blow off valve. It feels like you've been shot out of a cannon.
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I've been asked this question alot. The CGT feels faster because of the massive linear torque band. You stomp on the gas pedal and all hell breaks loose instantly. It's a race car for the street ... plain and simple.
On the flip side - the F40 has some turbo lag which was prevalent in cars from that era. Some of you may have owned older 911 Turbos from the late 80s and you can remember the turbo lag and then sudden explosion of power (fun ... but a handful if you were trying to calculate your passing maneuver!) Anyway, imagine that explosion times two (or three). The F40 has some lag and then all hell breaks loose with wooshing noises from the blow off valve. It feels like you've been shot out of a cannon.
I would say the two cars are close in acceleration but I'd have to give the nod to the CGT. By the time the turbos kick in the CGT would have pulled out quite a few car lengths (assuming your tires were warm and you weren't experiencing massive wheel spin!).
On the flip side - the F40 has some turbo lag which was prevalent in cars from that era. Some of you may have owned older 911 Turbos from the late 80s and you can remember the turbo lag and then sudden explosion of power (fun ... but a handful if you were trying to calculate your passing maneuver!) Anyway, imagine that explosion times two (or three).
The F40 has some lag and then all hell breaks loose with wooshing noises from the blow off valve. It feels like you've been shot out of a cannon.I would say the two cars are close in acceleration but I'd have to give the nod to the CGT. By the time the turbos kick in the CGT would have pulled out quite a few car lengths (assuming your tires were warm and you weren't experiencing massive wheel spin!).
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0-100 MPH: 8.1 sec vs 6.8 sec in the CGT
1/4-mile: 11.8@126 vs 11.2@132 for the CGT
The LP640 is about the same as a Z06. In other words, I would guess the US F40 is about the same as a Z06. That seems about right from what I recall seeing in the old road tests.
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You are right - lamborghini's are just "special" - i have always loved them and always will - it's always only ever been about Porsche's and Lamborghini's for me - since I was 6 years old! Ferrari's were what the "other" kids liked - the one's I liked to convince myself who didnt really know much about cars - just thought they did! Whereas only TRUE afficionados knew about Lamborghini's!!
I'm on my 4th Lamborghini (Two Diablo SV's - one Diablo SE30 and one Murcie) - and my current Murcie isn't going anywhere - albeit I do have a Murcie SL/SV on order and a 2010 Murcie "repalcement" as well.
The CGT is very different to the Murcie - and I cant see my self replacing it...........ever!
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You are right - lamborghini's are just "special" - i have always loved them and always will - it's always only ever been about Porsche's and Lamborghini's for me - since I was 6 years old! Ferrari's were what the "other" kids liked - the one's I liked to convince myself who didnt really know much about cars - just thought they did! Whereas only TRUE afficionados knew about Lamborghini's!!
I'm on my 4th Lamborghini (Two Diablo SV's - one Diablo SE30 and one Murcie) - and my current Murcie isn't going anywhere - albeit I do have a Murcie SL/SV on order and a 2010 Murcie "repalcement" as well.
The CGT is very different to the Murcie - and I cant see my self replacing it...........ever!
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The guys were equally impressive. Very passionate about their cars - probably more so since they have alot of blood, sweat, tears, and money invested in their rides. In the end - we're all car guys and there was alot of mutual respect.
Wow. Plain and simple... wow. For those who own the F40s and CGTs, get yourselves a great SUV... a G55, like another on the board. I don't mean to insult, but you seem to appreciate the truly incredible vehicles around and the Gwagens are awe-inspiring... at least in my opinion.
I haven't ever driven the likes of hyper-exotics, but I've driven nearly EVERYTHING else. As far as the SUVs go though, the Gwagens get as many looks as the supercars, and are about as fast. Plus, when you want to look like this fella' ->
just step on the AMGs "go" pedal and its *****in'.
I haven't ever driven the likes of hyper-exotics, but I've driven nearly EVERYTHING else. As far as the SUVs go though, the Gwagens get as many looks as the supercars, and are about as fast. Plus, when you want to look like this fella' ->
just step on the AMGs "go" pedal and its *****in'.
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Then I could see how the CGT feels faster... it is. Car & Driver tested the LP640. Here's how it compares against the CGT:
0-100 MPH: 8.1 sec vs 6.8 sec in the CGT
1/4-mile: 11.8@126 vs 11.2@132 for the CGT
The LP640 is about the same as a Z06. In other words, I would guess the US F40 is about the same as a Z06. That seems about right from what I recall seeing in the old road tests.
0-100 MPH: 8.1 sec vs 6.8 sec in the CGT
1/4-mile: 11.8@126 vs 11.2@132 for the CGT
The LP640 is about the same as a Z06. In other words, I would guess the US F40 is about the same as a Z06. That seems about right from what I recall seeing in the old road tests.
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Why is it that you guys didn't like the roadsters?? Was it just the cheesey top when you did need to put it on? I have always heard mixed reviews in the coupe or roadster debate.
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If you know what you Are doing it will take you about 20 min to put the top on. How wet can you get in a rainstorm in 20 min? see my point.... If you want to drive your roadster you need to check the weather first and hope you don't need to put anything in the trunk. There is noooo room if the top is packed in there. Otherwise the car is AWSOME.
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A side note....Congrats on the acquisition of your new F40!!!
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While I don't have the diversity in my garage that most of you have, I must agree about the all around greatness of the CGT. You mention the comfort, style, presence and performance......don't forget the noise the thing makes. One of my favorite pasttimes is running it through the only tunnel we have here in Dallas. Simply an incredible piece of engineering!
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F40 is an unbelievable car to look at (and drive)
So I think that is now 3 people here with the CGT/F40 combo?
