Yes, 16" rims would be best with drag radials. I already own 17" rims so I will keep them..... Say what you like, I have run my street tires as long as anyone drag racing, and you won't beat a good set of drag radials for launching. I have 1.7 60' times many times on those summer compound Goodyears, but a good set of drag radials will get you 1.6's....