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Originally Posted by rwschumm
I agree nobody wants to abuse their car or clutch.... I won't do that either. But since I have never driven a Jalpa or 328, 0-60 times shown in reviews are one comparison of lower end performance. A real-world situation (at least in the states), is driving up an elevated freeway ramp from a rolling stop. Very disappointing to be at near full-song in a 308, and seeing US sedans not having much trouble keeping up with you in your rear view mirror. I think I had more G-forces from gravity on the ramp than the acceleration. So I want better low-end performance, and 0-60 times give at least one comparison of what lower end performance is for cars. That's why they are provided.
Rick
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That would never happen in a good Jalpa. They offer a driving dynamic that I have not experienced in any other car and I have driven tons of exotic cars.
They are very special, and power is good enough to not have you apologising to your friends on drives. The gearing on the Jalpa is also far more condusive to good acceleration that your old 308. No comparison.