To paraphrase an old Rolls Royce phrase: My 0-60 time is "adequate."
I'm sure an SLK32 owner could quote you their time, but since the 320 is more of a grand touring car (i.e., not exactly a barn-burner), we try not to embarrass ourselves by measuring 0-60 times.
To paraphrase an old Rolls Royce phrase: My 0-60 time is "adequate."
I'm sure an SLK32 owner could quote you their time, but since the 320 is more of a grand touring car (i.e., not exactly a barn-burner), we try not to embarrass ourselves by measuring 0-60 times.
The 230 crowd is probably more into 0-60 times, simply because their cars are more modifiable: pulleys, MAF relocations, etc. Much more of a "tuner" car than the 320.
The 320 is what it is. Yes, there are some (expensive) mods out there, but on the whole, it's a car ya gotta learn to love just as it is. It's a quick -- but not fast -- smooth running car, in the GT tradition. And that's why I love it!
I think the best time I ever did with the a G-tek was something like 6.4 or so with my MT 320. With my 32 with the same G-tek but stiff suspension I've done a 4.2. My 32 is modified, the 320 was stock.
Only ricers give a crap about 0-60 times. Who cares?
I was in getting gas a few weeks ago (happened to be driving my 944 turbo at the time, which IS a fast ride - over 325 RWHP and <3,100#). Some sideways-hat jackhole kid with a riced-out Honda or Acura or some such thing (couldn't tell, didn't really care) starts in about "what kind of car is that? Is it fast? Want to see who's faster 0-60?" I put the pump nozzle back and looked at him and just said, "0-60 races are for chumps, if you want, I'll be happy to meet your at Buttonwillow some afternoon and race you 0-160 though". Vacant stare. Didn't compute. I just got in the car and drove off, leaving him standing there.
Unless your car has monster meaty slicks in the back, bicycle tires in the front and burns alcohol, I fail to see why 0-60 matters. Handling, balance and overall completeness is far more important.
My neighbor has a highly-modded 1970 El Camino. Beautiful car and fast as holy hell in a straight line, but I wouldn't want to be anywhere near it on a curvy road. It's all about what's important to you. If 0-60 matters to you, go to the ricer forums. You can participate in their lap-pinky measuring contests over there.
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'01 SLK-320 - Black & tan. Bone stock.
Only ricers give a crap about 0-60 times. Who cares?
I was in getting gas a few weeks ago (happened to be driving my 944 turbo at the time, which IS a fast ride - over 325 RWHP and <3,100#). Some sideways-hat jackhole kid with a riced-out Honda or Acura or some such thing (couldn't tell, didn't really care) starts in about "what kind of car is that? Is it fast? Want to see who's faster 0-60?" I put the pump nozzle back and looked at him and just said, "0-60 races are for chumps, if you want, I'll be happy to meet your at Buttonwillow some afternoon and race you 0-160 though". Vacant stare. Didn't compute. I just got in the car and drove off, leaving him standing there.
Unless your car has monster meaty slicks in the back, bicycle tires in the front and burns alcohol, I fail to see why 0-60 matters. Handling, balance and overall completeness is far more important.
My neighbor has a highly-modded 1970 El Camino. Beautiful car and fast as holy hell in a straight line, but I wouldn't want to be anywhere near it on a curvy road. It's all about what's important to you. If 0-60 matters to you, go to the ricer forums. You can participate in their lap-pinky measuring contests over there.
Slack...I've been meaning to talk to you about your repression of your feelings. You really should learn to let them out and not bottle them up..you know, tell us how you really feel.
I'm just teasing friend...but seriously, relax, different strokes for different folks. We're all friends here.....
Jeff
PS, I'd love a chance to drive your 944 through the twisties...bet it's a blast!!
PS, I'd love a chance to drive your 944 through the twisties...bet it's a blast!!
Me too! I've always liked the 944. Have to say though, my favorite Porsche (within my wallet range) is the 968. Somewhat rare nowadays, and very cool. Some lady (and I use the term loosely) at my last job had one. Parked under the building near me so I saw it almost everyday. In my years there, I don't think she ever cleaned it once. Different strokes for different folks, but come on, at least hose the thing off once in a while!
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