Big Grunt vs Mental Ricers! HSV Clubsport R8 vs Subaru WRX STi vs Mitsubishi EVO IX

[mikmak]

Wheelsmags Michael Stahl, tests his reproductive fortitude, in the wet with too much power.

Rush Hour

Michael Stahl | 04/01/2007

It's time for HSV's bruising 6.0-litre local hero to face its toughest challenge yet - a flat-strap tangle with Japan's all-paw boosty boys. Buckle up...




WHAT WE’RE talking about, right down in the guts of it, is the rush. It’s when a wallop of turbo boost, a corkscrewing chassis and the aural onslaught of redline buzzer are all, for ecstatic fractions of a second, too much to consciously process. It’s when you’re heeled hard over in a quick corner, tyres already straining at their limits, and your right calf muscle says to the brain: “It’s okay. I’ve got this. And I’m going in there for more.”

I’ve often wondered whether the rush is literally erotic; perhaps lateral g-force squeeze sex pheromones into the system. Or is the rush from endorphins, your body running a 100-metre sprint while you’re strapped to a seat? Maybe it’s simply fear – a dance along the rev-limiter of selfpreservation, the body at max boost on intercooled adrenaline.

I’ve actually thought of assembling a panel of experts to find out what’s really behind the rush: physicists, psychologists, sports medicine specialists. Maybe one day I will. But for the meantime, we’ve assembled three other leading authorities on the subject. Two of them are well-known and impressively credentialed. The other is the most recent graduate from a traditional school of excitement.

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[IROCNROL1]

I'll graciously acknowledge your thread in order to get the ball rolling. It seems kind of quiet tonight, huh?

[redimpss5]

Kinda odd, is'nt it?

[jbernie]

No point dumping on the pushrod V8, because we all know how Holden’s 6.0-litre LS2 manages inordinate fuel efficiency for its capacity and output.

I don't think thi journo got the message about how you are required to lampoon any GM product with a pushrod v8 regardless of any good points it may have. tsk tsk!

[N8s07ss]

^^^hahah good one.

[mikmak]

Originally Posted by IROCNROL1

I'll graciously acknowledge your thread in order to get the ball rolling. It seems kind of quiet tonight, huh?

Haha yeah sorry IROCNROL, I've been working like mad all day (only posted about 15 times). Still going (working).

[69Firebird400]

Those cars are surprisingly evenly matched performance-wise considering how different each one is from the other. I'd be interested to see the HSV agaisnt the next generation STi and Evo, since those two old dogs are on their way out the door now.

No contest in terms of looks - HSV all the way!!

[mikmak]

I like sStahls style of writing too. Makes me feel comfortable with my immature love of innanimate objects...
...cars ppl, I'm talking about cars.

[Butz]

Wow, it's amazing how the HSV in the 0-140km/h is faster than both the Mitsu and Sub.

[JonathanRohr]

just the other day i was thinking how pontiac could use a awd rally car to compete with the evo/subaru... this would be a great answer.. they dont have to sell it in huge ammounts, just bring it over and sell 10-15k a year and call it a day.

[mikmak]

^^^Huh? You know this is the real wheel drive Zeta platform dont you?

[69Firebird400]

Originally Posted by mikmak

^^^Huh? You know this is the real wheel drive Zeta platform dont you?

Yeah, the G8 would be about three sizes too big to be a true competitor size-wise with the Evo and Imprezza.

Maybe he means that Pontiac should come up with something like a Delta II based small AWD car that competes more closely with these two. (I think I heard that Delta II will be AWD-capable).

But Pontiac getting it? They already have a Chevy WTCC that all they need to do is put into production. That sucker looks mean, but it doesn't look like a Pontiac, IMO.

[IROCNROL1]

Originally Posted by mikmak

Haha yeah sorry IROCNROL, I've been working like mad all day (only posted about 15 times). Still going (working).

You should be sorry. I'm still somewhat miffed over your selfish refusal to allow me to use your love letter for my own personal gain. I thought you were my friend. Oh well, I'm a nice person, so I'll get over it eventually.

It's not like I can't come up with my own ideas anyway. As proof, here are a few lines from a song I wrote about the trials and tribulations of being a shade tree mechanic.

Hey baby can you bleed like me?
c'mon baby can you bleed like me

you should see my scars
but then, you should see my cars

Be honest. If you think it's garbage, just say so. On the other hand, if you just don't get it, at least try to comprehend that which you cannot comprehend.

Also, I'm somewhat surprised that you would mention our business deal on a public forum. I guess it's alright though, since I've already cashed in my retirement savings and should be able to send you the 250,000 dollars within a couple of days. I can't believe you're going to sell me the entire outback for that price, especially since my wife gave 1/10th that for a single Subaru Outback. I guess you really are a friend, after all.

I'm even tempted to call you a sucker, but I'm smart enough to reserve comment until after I have the land deed in hand. Thanks, T.

[kgratton]

That first verse seems suspiciously like 'Racey'. Will we see you and Mikmak side-stepping across the stage in time with the song?

Disclaimer: I've never even heard of Racey. Someone else said I should say it.

[mikmak]

Originally Posted by IROCNROL1

You should be sorry. I'm still somewhat miffed over your selfish refusal to allow me to use your love letter for my own personal gain. I thought you were my friend. Oh well, I'm a nice person, so I'll get over it eventually.

It's not like I can't come up with my own ideas anyway. As proof, here are a few lines from a song I wrote about the trials and tribulations of being a shade tree mechanic.

Hey baby can you bleed like me?
c'mon baby can you bleed like me

you should see my scars
but then, you should see my cars

Be honest. If you think it's garbage, just say so. On the other hand, if you just don't get it, at least try to comprehend that which you cannot comprehend.

Also, I'm somewhat surprised that you would mention our business deal on a public forum. I guess it's alright though, since I've already cashed in my retirement savings and should be able to send you the 250,000 dollars within a couple of days. I can't believe you're going to sell me the entire outback for that price, especially since my wife gave 1/10th that for a single Subaru Outback. I guess you really are a friend, after all.

I'm even tempted to call you a sucker, but I'm smart enough to reserve comment until after I have the land deed in hand. Thanks, T.

Sounds like a scottish pub song, but it's not quite Garbage. Pretty close though.

I understand that you being a shade tree mechanic, the words would be appropriate, but how does it relate to my love letter? Did you want it for your car? Sure, there are mentions of lube and body control, but they are scant and misdirected for your context. Lucky you saved your cash for the outback mate. I just have to sort out some reconcilliation with the land owners and your made in the shade.

P.S. kgratton, nice try but wrong decade



Ooh Baby lay your love on me, baby baby lay your love on me now (cue the electronic organ)

P.P.S. Man I love those pants