991.2 4s how does the AWD work?
03-19-2016, 10:09 PM
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Having pounded several different AWD models arounds around Barber Motorsport Park, I can assure you that unpredictability is not an issue with Porsche's system. Movement of torque around the corners is smooth, consistent, and always just what is needed for maximum performance.
03-19-2016, 10:12 PM
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The problem i have with kick-in type of AWD is that the car movement is unpredictable. It's almost like a gun with random recoil pattern and it will bite you any time when things are going hot. I did some back to back runs with my STI and a 335xi on a local rally cross. The STI is very predictable even with a lot of surface changes. However, the 335xi was really unpredictable and I almost crashed the car on a practice run. I'm not a very skilled driver or professional driver, but you don't have to be a racing driver to feel the differences between AWD systems.
03-19-2016, 10:20 PM
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And yes, the BMW AWD is pretty bad. At least my skill level is not enough to compensate.
03-19-2016, 11:10 PM
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Agreed. On Audi and Porsche the AWD is almost completely transparent. Not so much on the BMW, one of the reasons I've never purchased a Bimmer.
03-20-2016, 03:40 PM
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I've been purchasing and driving 4X4 and then AWD vehicles since the 1970's. I run my own stability/suitability tests in large parking lots at our local University when the conditions are suitable.
I plan on testing the C4S and using as a daily driver in snow and ice with a dedicated winter tire/wheel set.
I also plan on tracking the car at Road America.
I will form my own opinions about whether the C4S can be driven in the conditions I encounter in South East Wisconsin.
I never Posted anything about off road or other conditions.
But 911's have been driven Rallying before!-Richard
I plan on testing the C4S and using as a daily driver in snow and ice with a dedicated winter tire/wheel set.
I also plan on tracking the car at Road America.
I will form my own opinions about whether the C4S can be driven in the conditions I encounter in South East Wisconsin.
I never Posted anything about off road or other conditions.
But 911's have been driven Rallying before!-Richard