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Old 09-26-2014, 03:49 PM
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Both are great cars to be sure. So, it depends on how you want to use them and the results you are looking to get.

Turbo guys are always questioning why their more powerful car runs slower laps on track as compared to the same model GT3. There are several reasons, but the biggest is the gearing. The tighter gear ratios allow the GT3 to stay in the sweet spot of torque and power much more than in the turbo. Suspension, brakes, steering, drivetrain are all factors also, but the tighter gear ratios make a huge difference imo.

On long enough straights the turbo will outpace the GT3. Coming out of turns however it is more likely for the GT3 to have more power and torque available.
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I am not using the TTS as a daily driver , only weekends . After your comments all , I have decided to order a 2015 gt3 and keep my tts till then and decide to probably either sell it or send it back home and drive it on mountain roads
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I am going to order black basalt with black coated rims ...thanks
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If you never plan to track a car, maybe the turbo will better serve your DD needs. It will certainly offer more road comfort and quiter interior cabin noise. It will not feel as nimble from a driving standpoint. It all comes down to what is most important to you.
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Originally Posted by Lebo
I am going to order black basalt with black coated rims ...thanks
You mean 'jet black'? Basalt black would have to be PTS (paint to sample).



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