Quote:
Originally Posted by MazdaFan
I hate AWD but need it because I use it for ski trips often. Nobody wants to stop and put on chains when the sign is up.
|
Snow tires. Plus, BMWs have fake LSDs now by using brakes.
Quote:
Originally Posted by wantm135i
ha ha u just dont get it, the 35i has greater potential all the way around, iam running about 450hp and wider tires and rims and can beat or hang with the best sports cars the bmw x1 35i is a rare beast its a do it all suv, wagon, sadan, & sports car.
|
The 35i has more power potential but it's still an open deck block. I would not run it at 75hp/cylinder even with the cast iron liner.
The 6 speed auto is built to handle 330ft/lb at the crank, anymore would be risky IMHO. S55 with its semi-closed block has much more potential and it has the DCT.
300lb of the 400lbs is engine weight that is 24 inches off the ground. It makes for a very sloshy machine no matter how stiff your suspension and makes the case for 19'. But in a straight line, no other X1 will beat you and the bigger brakes are nice.