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20 Dec 2011, 17:24 (Ref:3002328) | #1 | ||
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BMW Z4 GT3 vs BMW M3 GTE
Well, more like all GT3 vs GT2 cars.
From what I've heard, GT3 cars make more power, weigh less and have more downforce than GT2/E cars. How is it the GT2 cars are quicker over a lap than a GT3 car? Sorry if this is a dumb question, it's just been bothering me lately. |
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20 Dec 2011, 17:37 (Ref:3002334) | #2 | |
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I don't think that's true. GT3 make usually more power, but less downforce (according to drivers). And weight depends on the car. The Nürburgring is a good example, when the GT3 came in they had an advantage over the GT2 Porsches on the straights, but they struggled in the twisty bits.
Also, most GT3 series run with control tires, while GTE tire development is free. |
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20 Dec 2011, 17:46 (Ref:3002338) | #3 | ||
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About timelaps theare are not doubts that (almost all) GTE cars are faster than gt3 cars. |
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20 Dec 2011, 18:04 (Ref:3002347) | #4 | |
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Well there is one similarty between those two particular cars, both have dominated their classes due to extremely favorable BoP decisions ad waivers they've received from the organizing parties
Five years ago a GT3 machine would've been absolutely no match to GT2 in terms of pure speed, but nowadays they are pretty much at the same pace. 2010 Spa 24h was a great example... |
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20 Dec 2011, 19:24 (Ref:3002383) | #5 | ||
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Essentially, I think it comes down to a number of factors, some contradicting your statements. I actually don't know - but read a thread about this the other day, which I can't find - but I really would like to know. I can only assume the Power/Downforce/Weight comments you made are incorrect!
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