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I tend to agree with this, but the data for this specific comparison shows a significant benefit in lateral grip/handling #s and really no measurable difference in straight line acceleration.
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07-01-2020, 12:09 PM | #18 | |
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Maybe straight-line acceleration just isn't the SC3's forte, because conventional wisdom would say that a wider and stickier tire should result in better launches.
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07-01-2020, 01:18 PM | #20 |
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Tire compound is far more important than size in this case. If you like your current wheels, consider grabbing a more performance oriented compound in the size you need. If you want to change up the look, now is the time to and grab wider wheels and tires.
Something that is often overlooked is selecting the correct compound/type of tire for the driving that you'll be doing. Many of the popular max performance summer tires do not work well on the street in temps under 60-70*. They will spin under full throttle unless warmed up to temp. If you are just driving around town and majority of your trips are under 30 minutes, consider a less aggressive summer tire or even some of the newer high performance all seasons. They will be in their optimal temp range more of the time. Tires are like brake pads, there is no single pad or tire that can do everything well. There will always be a compromise. Determine where and how you want them to perform best, and then look for something in that category.
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I’m a person that wants the most of all aspects. I would go with a 305 that has a good compound like a PS4S. I like the way wider tires look. Going with a 275 will make your car look like a base model. The wider tire will put more contact to the ground but again the tread pattern has a lot to do with that as well.
For reference I have a 325/30/20 Toyo R888R. This is the widest tire I feel I can safely run on the car. The width makes the car look amazing! The compound is 100 so pretty soft so it hooks better than any street tire I could find. My car tho make 780whp and 800wtq so I need all I can get. This might be too big for you as the added mass will make the car have to use more power in order to turn them. |
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For lateral grip and cornering, is where going wider has the biggest benefit. The 1LE is meant to be the track version of the SS, track means corners and higher lateral G's. Also with wider tires, you can also dial in more negative camber. As others have said, wider is better for handling, not straight line increases.
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Now, yes, if we're comparing tire width assuming the same compound, i.e. a 275 dr and a 305 dr, then yes, the 305 would be better. |
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In a straight line you want maximum traction on the driven wheels, and minimum resistance on the non-driven wheels. That's why when you bought a new Dodge Demon, it came with a set of skinnies for the front. |
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