kenwood guy Posted March 14, 2010 Share Posted March 14, 2010 Im looking into the z car and doing a swap however I have a question on the two transmission options from what I have researched the automatic is more "drivable car" with a v8 is this true Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jhm Posted March 15, 2010 Share Posted March 15, 2010 This is probably one of those questions where there really is no right or wrong answer. I guess an automatic would be more "drivable" if the driver were not comfortable with a manual transmission. Alot of high-performance Z owners prefer the feel of shifting for themselves, and controlling the engine's revs and powerband. Guys that are going more for straight-line performance will usually choose an auto for the faster shifts. I think generally you'll find an automatic setup may be a little lighter and more compact than a 5- or 6-speed setup. Finally, an automatic MAY be a little more gentle on your drivetrain (driveshaft, u-joints, rear differential, half-shafts, etc) than a manual, but that's purely personal opinion in my part. Do some searching in the "Drivetrain" forum, and you'll probably find more info than you could possibly hope for! Good luck and happy motoring. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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