http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/dc...mazdapseed+rx8

The histroy of the 7/8, per Edmunds, may also interest you:

http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do...ticleId=103416

 

I just love reading the articles and makes me more proud of my 8.

 

ZOOM ZOOM ZOOM Gotta love this car!

 

Not tracking on the MS version. Saving weight with the rims then adding it back with appearance items seems counterproductive.

 

That's a nice write-up in Edmunds . . . thanks for the link.

 

Great video. I wish they had done a direct stock vs. MS comparison to see how much the MS improves upon greatness.

 

It's not the appearance but the aerodynamics they're after. That's why all the RX-8's that race use body kits.

 

Out handle the Porche eh!

 

From what I understand it takes a lot of speed to take aerodynamics into consideration for body kits. At lower speeds shaving off weight is more noticeable. I took out the spare, flat kit, jack, emptied the washer fluid, and removed the engine cover. It's only about 50lbs but I can sure feel the difference. The rims and a couple of more things would put me at 100lbs which I believe would feel like 10 hp.

 

True. Aerodynamics doesn't start being an issue 'til 60-70 mph, then moreso as speed increases. I plan to (eventually) get a body kit for track, to get better downforce in some of the higher speed sections.

 

But Unsprung weight is MORE important, IMO...pays greater dividends. I'd rather have a 10lbs redux per wheel/tire weight than 80lbs gone from the interior.

 

They don't even talk about the cosmo....

 

they mention in the video that the car is equipped with coilovers, but im guessing they are talking about the struts/spring combo, not the adjustable coilover right??

 

thats what i'm thinking as well.