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Old Feb 13, 2005 | 11:17 AM
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Originally Posted by Hameed
Anyone that buys a Porsche does not really care about the Vette or it does not matter to them a great deal. The Z06 will obviously beat a stock 997 Porsche, but keep in mind a car's "appeal" factor does not always boil down to track numbers for some people. Other numerous factors come into play here.

I think it is an amazing car!!!! One day I will own a 997 Porsche!
Did you miss the fact that this Porsche is far from stock, almost to the point of being race-ready? Sure the Ruf is more prestigious, but having more prestige isn't going to help from getting your feelings hurt when you can't outrun something that was only a fraction of the price. And performance (sports cars) are all about numbers. What else is there?

At least a Z06 is somewhat realistic and attainable. I'm pretty sure I could never afford a 911 Turbo or Ruf in the future, but the Z06 is a different story.

And a Z06 vs. a standard 911 or even 911S wouldn't even be close.
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Old Feb 13, 2005 | 11:32 AM
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And a Z06 vs. a standard 911 or even 911S wouldn't even be close.
The 650 bhp 3.8 liter engine is of a new construction, which sets a new benchmark in performance and torque.
but how does a Z06 compare to the 650hp ruff car. even if both were modded the 911would prob still hand the Chevy it's azz.
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Old Feb 13, 2005 | 11:41 AM
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Price?? I'm guessing around $120,000
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Old Feb 13, 2005 | 11:49 AM
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Originally Posted by chuckb
but how does a Z06 compare to the 650hp ruff car. even if both were modded the 911would prob still hand the Chevy it's azz.
Well, both have est. 0-60 times of 3.7s. In a simple street race, the Vette would not be handed it's ***. Beyond that, who knows? It's not like you're ever going to see a Z06 or a 911 turbo picking up a race at 150MPH.

With a 911 modded to cost $120K and a Vette modded to cost $120K, I would go with the Vette.

If snob appeal prevents people from giving the nod to the Z06 when compared with a lesser Porsche like a 911 or 911s, well, that's sad.
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Old Feb 14, 2005 | 08:38 PM
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ah this is yummy! i always loev the super wide wheels in the back of such a small car
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Old Feb 15, 2005 | 04:56 AM
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Originally Posted by wantAnewLex
Did you miss the fact that this Porsche is far from stock, almost to the point of being race-ready? Sure the Ruf is more prestigious, but having more prestige isn't going to help from getting your feelings hurt when you can't outrun something that was only a fraction of the price. And performance (sports cars) are all about numbers. What else is there?

At least a Z06 is somewhat realistic and attainable. I'm pretty sure I could never afford a 911 Turbo or Ruf in the future, but the Z06 is a different story.

And a Z06 vs. a standard 911 or even 911S wouldn't even be close.
I was not referring to this Ruf Porsche but making more of a general statement about the reasons why someone would buy a Porsche and not a Vette.

For the record, I agree that the Z06 is the better bang for the buck performance car. I never said otherwise.

The fact that you cannot seem to appreciate is the reality that not everyone thinks like you. Believe it or not, there are people out there that like other cars that you don't necessarily like. Very simple reality. More power to you for llking the Z06 better than a Porsche and more power to others that like other cars better than a Z06. It's all good. It's what makes the world turn around my friend!

If I bought a Z06 or a Porsche, it is highly unlikely that I will take either car to a track. Why? I don't have the time nor the requisite superior driving skills to appreciate either car in that environment. So track numbers will not sway the decision for me one way or another when comparing these two cars.
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Old Feb 15, 2005 | 07:38 AM
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Originally Posted by Hameed
I . . . If I bought a Z06 or a Porsche, it is highly unlikely that I will take either car to a track. Why? I don't have the time nor the requisite superior driving skills to appreciate either car in that environment. So track numbers will not sway the decision for me one way or another when comparing these two cars.
Yes, it's more like a fulfillment of fantasy for most, track numbers is not everything when comparing the 2, & both will be a blast to drive for sure.
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Old Feb 15, 2005 | 10:50 AM
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Sex on wheels bro's, sex on wheels!
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Old Feb 15, 2005 | 11:36 AM
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Sex on wheels bro's, sex on wheels!
Definitly. That thing is hot!
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