Ford GT fastest lap ever at VIR - C&D
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Sinovac
GT Owner
I wasn't offended at all. My point was that, for many of us, the performance of the 720s, astonishing as it is, doesn't diminish the NFGT or our enthusiasm for it. Let me know when the 720s wins Le Mans. :lol
Sinovac
GT Owner
Thanks Ed. Maybe it will help you explain what nuts we are when it comes to these cars. :lol
Jason Watt
Had both, sold both
Sinovac.
I think you are spot on in many of your points in this thread, but I just feel that most times on this forum we are a little bit too harsh on “outsiders” who are the least bit critical towards opinions from GT owners.
Our GT’s are instant legendary thanks to Ford’s achievement at Le Mans, and it is a 720S way superior is in terms of performance on a race track.
And if a guy offered me two 720S in exchange for my NFGT the answer would be “I’ll race you for the title (road course)”
Sinovac
GT Owner
I understand your point, but consider this is an owners’ forum with specific rules for non-owners. Owners can bring up anything they like. Non-owners not so much. While that rule may shut down what might otherwise be legitimate debate between owners or potential owners, this forum’s recipe has worked very well for years now. As a guest in your house, I wouldn’t tell you that you bought cheap, inferior furniture. As your buddy, I could tell you that your taste was for shit. I think there’s a reasonable difference. :lol
Sinovac,
Bravo......your post above is so spot on IMO. Like you I never considered spending a lot of money on a supercar until the moment I saw the ‘05 GT. In one instant I went from “never” to “I must have one”. And that purchase was a stretch. But at least I knew that I’d never buy another supercar. Until Ford announced the new GT. Again in one instant I went from “never again” to “if I don’t own one of these it will ruin my life!!!” And talk about a stretch!! But hey, at least I know I’ll never buy another supercar.
Chip
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daytrayd
GT Owner
First, congrats on the Lightning Lap record! It is a high standard, and its pretty cool to even think this car can beat a 918 with a "measly" V6 vs a hybrid v8. The esses exit speed is truly astonishing and thats what real drivers are looking at and understand what this car is, a masterpiece of a chassis/aero! Not to mention F-ing gorgeous, a one off masterpiece unlike anything before it. I hope Ford takes a run at the ring, Dave, Im looking at you!? :wink
Second, anyone who puts too much stock in 0-60 and 1/4 mile times, or even a car being a tenth or two faster in some lap test, doesnt drive at the track much. Put me in a NFGT against another weekend warrior guy in a 720 and lets see whos faster. I guarantee that 50hp wont be the difference, nor the 2 tenths 0-60. Hell, my e36 track rat with 300hp is faster than some drivers in a 991 gt3's, z28's, etc. Seriously, put me in one Ford :biggrin On the other side of the coin, I've been passed by Miatas in my 05 GT, its not about the numbers on paper, its about driving.
FYI, cota track event with Edge Addicts March 17-18th, be there! I'd love to see some of you guys! I plan on having the GT back in action.
Second, anyone who puts too much stock in 0-60 and 1/4 mile times, or even a car being a tenth or two faster in some lap test, doesnt drive at the track much. Put me in a NFGT against another weekend warrior guy in a 720 and lets see whos faster. I guarantee that 50hp wont be the difference, nor the 2 tenths 0-60. Hell, my e36 track rat with 300hp is faster than some drivers in a 991 gt3's, z28's, etc. Seriously, put me in one Ford :biggrin On the other side of the coin, I've been passed by Miatas in my 05 GT, its not about the numbers on paper, its about driving.
FYI, cota track event with Edge Addicts March 17-18th, be there! I'd love to see some of you guys! I plan on having the GT back in action.
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Jason Watt
Had both, sold both
Having been a proffessional racing driver for more than 20 yeras, I hope to meet hmmm... - whatever shows up at the same track day
BtwoG
GT Owner
GKW05GT
GT Owner
One man's up is another man's down.
Gentlemen,
Car & Driver lists highs as "Closest thing to a road going Le Mans winner, hugely exciting, makes rivals seem tame", and the lows as "Loud, crude, expensive, completely impractical".
Their lows are highs for me because a genuine Le Mans winner is........loud, crude, expensive, and completely impracticable.
No argument with their verdict however......."A staggering achievement and a future classic."
Chip
Gentlemen,
Car & Driver lists highs as "Closest thing to a road going Le Mans winner, hugely exciting, makes rivals seem tame", and the lows as "Loud, crude, expensive, completely impractical".
Their lows are highs for me because a genuine Le Mans winner is........loud, crude, expensive, and completely impracticable.
No argument with their verdict however......."A staggering achievement and a future classic."
Chip
Jason Watt
Had both, sold both
That was an awesome clip.
I’m very impressed with the lack of pitch on braking, the thing just stays flat. A very good thing to prevent oversteer when it comes to corner entry speed..
720S see ya
Yeah baby
I’m very impressed with the lack of pitch on braking, the thing just stays flat. A very good thing to prevent oversteer when it comes to corner entry speed..
720S see ya
Yeah baby
Jason Watt
Had both, sold both
The AMG has a surprisingly high level of performance. It crushed both Performante and 720S on the track at NCM by what appears to be an unreasonable margin.
BAT
GT Owner