rgkeller

What, if anything, does heel and toe give a driver that rev matching does not?

Besides a thrill.

Hi Volts Z06

Rev matching simply refers to the action of "blipping" the throttle or simply bringing the engine to the same speed it was before the clutch was depressed. It could be done on any standard shift transmission, car or truck. It's required on non synchronized transmissions.

"Heel Toe" refers to the action of performing rev matching during heavy braking. Since we are using three pedals and only have two feet, you are using the side of your foot to blip the throttle while it's still pressing the brake.

While it sounds intimidating to a newbie, it's not a terribly difficult technique to master. Start by getting the feel with the car off, then work on it as you exit highway off ramps. Once you learn it you will find yourself doing it naturally.

Bill Dearborn

Rev matching allows you to use your toe for braking only Vs braking and blipping the throttle.

Bill

hklvette

I think the OP is referring to the rev-match feature found in the C7 and some other cars (the 370Z comes to mind). If that's the case, rev-match is a more precise manner to achieve the same thing as heel-toe shifting.

Robert R1

I've found heel toe on the street vs track to be very different experiences and frankly easier on the track since the brake pedal is pushed in deeper.

C5 Hardtop

Nothing.

You would get more driving pleasure. It is a skill to learn and enjoy.

assuming "rev matching" is referencing the automated rev matching that the manual heal toe technique is used for.

63Corvette

Perhaps I am misunderstanding the OPs question?
I believe the question he (might) be asking is:
"What is the difference between rev matching and double clutching?"
BOTH involve rev matching and use of side of the foot. However, double clutching involves a stop in neutral between gears, and is only required on transmissions without synchronized gear change (synchro rings).

Bluefire

Rev matching is great for the "Heel/Toe" challenged.