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Old 09-05-2008, 11:19 PM
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NOS...NOx is oxides of nitrogen.
Old 09-05-2008, 11:22 PM
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i need some nos..
Old 09-05-2008, 11:24 PM
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would a 2002 v6 automatic mustang be in reach of a ob 928?
Old 09-06-2008, 12:06 AM
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Originally Posted by porsche 928 RI
wondering if you guys could help me take on a mustang gt, what would be the ideal way to beet this kid? he has a 2001 stock mustang gt. i understand that i do not have a drag racing car. however i was thinking that if we started from 25mph and went for about 1 km i might be able to get the upper hand?? i was also thinking like a 3 mile race on a road with some slight banking twisties aney help would be apprechiated
From a standing start, he'll get you....shouldnt be by much if you put your foot into it. On a road course, you have the advantage because of the IRS. (Although a good driver can driver a straight axle as well, IMO its just easier with the IRS) Driving smooth is the key. A 25Mph rolling start in 1st could give you a chance, but I think the 01 have 3.55 LSD gears and if thats the case.

Your done.
Old 09-06-2008, 12:10 AM
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You have a car that make head turns. He doesn't.

928 Sound, Look, Confort, Handling > Mustang GT

A 928 can be beaten by a lot of stuff today. But can he claim to own a car that was once fastest production car on Earth?
Old 09-06-2008, 12:12 AM
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Just tell him he may be quicker, but you can turn. And that after all you have a Porsche and his is still just another Ford.
Old 09-06-2008, 12:47 AM
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You don't need Nos. To be frank you need to appreciate your car for what it is. A timeless looking rare car with great performance in its day. If you want to drag race sell your car and buy something American from the 70's. You can probably get in the 12's or 13's for under $10k. Sell your 928 and give it to someone who will appreciate what it is rather than drag race it against some other 16 year olds.
Old 09-06-2008, 12:51 AM
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If you upgraded to an S4 ... you would at least have a lot of fun losing ... And it would not be a cakewalk for him!!
Old 09-06-2008, 01:46 AM
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Consider a 951?

All that stuff people have said about handling, pedigree, yadda yaddaa x2 and you could humiliate that Mustang!
Old 09-06-2008, 01:50 AM
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A 944 turbo and a n/a 928 S4 perform exactly the same. Even with the wastegate hopped-up to max.
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Consider a 951?

All that stuff people have said about handling, pedigree, yadda yaddaa x2 and you could humiliate that Mustang!
Old 09-06-2008, 02:02 AM
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If he had an '85 or better he wouldn't have to worry about losing...

At least I've never had that problem with mine
Old 09-06-2008, 02:08 AM
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1) Suggest that he wait 20+ years and race his stock 2001 Stang(k) against a 2020 model and see what kind of race it would be. That's (in a nutshell) what he's wanting you to do; race a classic against a contemporary. Never mind; his car will already have been processed at the salvage yard twice by then. Yours?...still on the road.

2) Say that you don't expect him to understand the significance of owning a Porsche classic; after all he's driving a common household appliance. Your Blue Book values are probably about even now: 30yrs to his 7yrs.

3) Say, "Yes, you have a faster car; just not a better one".

4) Show him why you love the car. Say, "No, my car isn't faster, but let's take it down the road; you can drive." Hopefully, he'll get it and dispense w/ the juvenile routine.

Good luck; keep us updated. We're rooting for 'ya.
Old 09-06-2008, 02:10 AM
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Shane is correct, the 85/86 cars are equal to an S4 in performance and an S4 is equal to a 944 turbo.
Old 09-06-2008, 02:17 AM
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Make a real bet out of it and go with him to a track or DE day for pinks. Then you can sell the Mustang and upgrade to a newer 928.

Decline offers for drag races.
Old 09-06-2008, 02:22 AM
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Rear Mount Turbo. Easiest way to get more power.


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