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Post Popular Mechanics: Audi R8 vs. Corvette Z06, Dodge Viper, Porsche 911 Turbo - 06-07-2007, 02:18 PM

Audi R8 vs. Corvette Z06, Dodge Viper, Porsche 911 Turbo: Supercar Comparison Test


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Viper SRT10:1:15.59
As the miles passed, the Viper's true calling became clear: This beast is a better weekend toy than an everyday supercar.


997TT :1:17.17
The Turbo may well be the quickest, most practical supercar in the world. At $122,900 and up, it’s also one of the most expensive.


Z06 :1:15.74
But when you consider the price, performance and practicality of the Z06, it truly is America’s everyday supercar.

R8 :1:15.69

Still, even factoring in the Audi’s six-figure price tag, this was the one car we all wanted in our own garages. The Audi R8 may be the new supercar benchmark.

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Re: Popular Mechanics: Audi R8 vs. Corvette Z06, Dodge Viper, Porsche 911 Turbo - 06-07-2007, 02:39 PM

is the R8 using R-tires or what?
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Re: Popular Mechanics: Audi R8 vs. Corvette Z06, Dodge Viper, Porsche 911 Turbo - 06-07-2007, 02:44 PM

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is the R8 using R-tires or what?
It uses Pirelli P Zero Corsa, same as the RS4?
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Re: Popular Mechanics: Audi R8 vs. Corvette Z06, Dodge Viper, Porsche 911 Turbo - 06-07-2007, 02:50 PM

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It uses Pirelli P Zero Corsa, same as the RS4?
yes its the same, so you can say they are Semi-R-tires.
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Re: Popular Mechanics: Audi R8 vs. Corvette Z06, Dodge Viper, Porsche 911 Turbo - 06-07-2007, 02:59 PM

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yes its the same, so you can say they are Semi-R-tires.
I'm not a tire expert but the F430, Gallardo and Z06 uses semi-R or racing tyres as well?
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Re: Popular Mechanics: Audi R8 vs. Corvette Z06, Dodge Viper, Porsche 911 Turbo - 06-07-2007, 03:03 PM

Good result for the R8 only second to viper,the R8 isn't using R tyres as much as i know..
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Re: Popular Mechanics: Audi R8 vs. Corvette Z06, Dodge Viper, Porsche 911 Turbo - 06-07-2007, 03:37 PM

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I'm not a tire expert but the F430, Gallardo and Z06 uses semi-R or racing tyres as well?
I dont know about the rest but Z06 is using "normal" tires, run-flats.
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Re: Popular Mechanics: Audi R8 vs. Corvette Z06, Dodge Viper, Porsche 911 Turbo - 06-07-2007, 03:39 PM

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Good result for the R8 only second to viper,the R8 isn't using R tyres as much as i know..
they are called semi-R-tires. 997TT is using semi-r-tires as well.

Semi means they are better on wetconditions than 100% R-tires is. R-tires are for the track and very bad in wet conditions, semi-R-tires can be used on a track and on the street, not as much grip as R-tires but better than "normal" tires.
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Re: Popular Mechanics: Audi R8 vs. Corvette Z06, Dodge Viper, Porsche 911 Turbo - 06-08-2007, 01:18 AM

The 911 Turbo is getting beat up left and right, it is the GT3 that should be in these contests, not the Turbo.

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Re: Popular Mechanics: Audi R8 vs. Corvette Z06, Dodge Viper, Porsche 911 Turbo - 06-08-2007, 02:24 AM

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The 911 Turbo is getting beat up left and right, it is the GT3 that should be in these contests, not the Turbo.

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True, im looking forward to a GT3 vs R8 test. Wonder if someone finally puts one together. Same price, same power.

Very strong result from the Z06 if using standard road tires.
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