997.2 RS vs. Scuderia prices
12-31-2016, 02:52 AM
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I've driven both extensively. I assume the Scud is a better long term investment because of the lower production numbers & stellar collector base, however, F-cars seem to be more mile/price sensitive if you plan on actually driving them. The Scud's gearbox is ok if you like paddles but not fast by todays standards and it will only feel slower over time as even a regular VW Golf shifts faster already. My biggest criticism of the Scud are the brakes, which lack feel, precision, & longevity should you ever want to track it. Also, mine’s transmission happened to go into limp mode every-time I pushed it hard for longer periods of time. An ignition turn off/on procedure would get it back to normal though.
As for the 997.2RS, it has to be one of the best 911s every made. If I could only own one Porsche it would be part of the selection process. It’s still small & nimble by today’s standards (have you ever parked a 991 next to it and compared the size difference?), analogue steering, race proven Mezger engine that screams history, it’s relatively fast, precise gearbox, everything always works no matter how hard you push, & it looks fantastic (if you don’t mind the big wing). Dare me say, I prefer its power delivery over the 4.0 even.
As for the 997.2RS, it has to be one of the best 911s every made. If I could only own one Porsche it would be part of the selection process. It’s still small & nimble by today’s standards (have you ever parked a 991 next to it and compared the size difference?), analogue steering, race proven Mezger engine that screams history, it’s relatively fast, precise gearbox, everything always works no matter how hard you push, & it looks fantastic (if you don’t mind the big wing). Dare me say, I prefer its power delivery over the 4.0 even.
12-31-2016, 04:09 AM
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Thanks for everyone's comments and opinions. I didn't get the chance to drive the 7.2 RS, but I went ahead and got the 09 Scud. The 7.2 RS is still on my list, and I would love to have both at the same time, but time will tell.
I look forward to enjoying the car. For the time being, I'm not thinking too much about the RS, but I'm sure I will be after a few months
I look forward to enjoying the car. For the time being, I'm not thinking too much about the RS, but I'm sure I will be after a few months
12-31-2016, 03:19 PM
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The 4.0 has a little more torque which gives the power curve a slightly more linear feel. The 3.8 makes me feel like it has more of a rush towards the red line in the last 2000rpm. All that said, I sold a 3.8 to buy a 4.0 but in time want to add another 3.8, PTS preferred, although they all look amazing in grey black.
12-31-2016, 05:03 PM
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^ he beats the **** out of it on track
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01-04-2017, 09:17 AM
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Originally Posted by JEI-Porsche
The 4.0 has a little more torque which gives the power curve a slightly more linear feel. The 3.8 makes me feel like it has more of a rush towards the red line in the last 2000rpm.
Originally Posted by Johnny DB
Same here. The 3.8 seems more dramatic when it starts climbing in RPM. I'm going to assume the torque difference has something to do with it.
01-06-2017, 04:12 AM
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01-06-2017, 08:19 AM
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I still drive it regularly on weekends slinging homes. 
Personally I never get tired of the fast build of revs in the 4.0l
But the reliability of the 3.6l in my 996.3 with 60k miles is also a big +.
01-06-2017, 06:52 PM
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I use my 4.0l the same way. (Weekend drives) on amazing roads. The difference jumping from the 3.6l to the 4.0l is breathtaking.
Personally I never get tired of the fast build of revs in the 4.0l
But the reliability of the 3.6l in my 996.3 with 60k miles is also a big +.
Personally I never get tired of the fast build of revs in the 4.0l
But the reliability of the 3.6l in my 996.3 with 60k miles is also a big +.