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So how fast do you think the C7 will go in...reverse?

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Old 10-22-2018, 08:41 PM
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Originally Posted by Bohacker
I am curious why this question was even asked, lol.
Vin Diesel is his idol?
Old 10-22-2018, 11:26 PM
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Originally Posted by Kevin A Jones
That may be the last thing I want to know about a C7. Are there any racing events where cars only go backwards? Maybe there should be.
Any bets on whether this turns into a 12 page argument over whether A8 or M7s go faster in reverse?
Now my feelings are really hurt.

A6s obviously can go faster in reverse than any other version!

The good news is that since the speedo shows the speed, it will be easy to document.
Old 10-22-2018, 11:36 PM
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Old 10-23-2018, 12:18 AM
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According to the spreadsheet I made for my GS, reverse will be 52 MPH at 6500 RPM and 60 MPH at 7500 RPM.
Old 10-23-2018, 04:40 AM
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Originally Posted by Bohacker
I think 49 is closer to the top in R. R is geared lower than 1st and the R&T article lists top speed in 1st at 66.

I am curious why this question was even asked, lol.
Why not? You have to admit it's better than another color thread

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Old 10-23-2018, 09:59 AM
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Originally Posted by gixxerbill
Good answer Zymurgy. Would it be faster for the auto or manual or the same?
Generally speaking, due to the gearing (both reverse and axle), the automatics are on the higher end of the range and the manuals on the lower end of the range.
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Simple, either drive it and find out (since the speedo works in R) or figure it from the published gear ratios... if this is really a legitimate question.
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Originally Posted by Avanti
Simple, either drive it and find out (since the speedo works in R) or figure it from the published gear ratios... if this is really a legitimate question.
just wondering you don't have to get all snooty. But I will try it when I find the right road I don't have as much practice as vin diesel.

Zymurgy, I kind of figured the auto R would be faster. Thanks.



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