Stock which is faster SRT-6 or 8?
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Re: Stock which is faster SRT-6 or 8?
Originally Posted by ws6vert
A Lot of members have posted here saying at the track the new challengers are barely breaking into the 13's.
If multiple car magazines are gettinng similar results with all the LX cars, Challenger included - which is to be expected, really - then to me that's just further proof that what forum members have witnessed is down to poor track prep, drivers who don't quite know their cars yet, or a combination of other factors. I can see the R/T editions of these cars struggling to reach 13 seconds because I've outrun other HEMI LX cars with my PT even when I probably shouldn't have.
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Re: Stock which is faster SRT-6 or 8?
Originally Posted by Mike-in-Orange
Something isn't right with those runs then. There's no reason for the 300C, Charger and Magnum SRT-8s to run low 13s consistently and then have the Challenger be almost a second slower. It's not like they weigh 500lbs more than the other LX cars.
If multiple car magazines are gettinng similar results with all the LX cars, Challenger included - which is to be expected, really - then to me that's just further proof that what forum members have witnessed is down to poor track prep, drivers who don't quite know their cars yet, or a combination of other factors. I can see the R/T editions of these cars struggling to reach 13 seconds because I've outrun other HEMI LX cars with my PT even when I probably shouldn't have.
If multiple car magazines are gettinng similar results with all the LX cars, Challenger included - which is to be expected, really - then to me that's just further proof that what forum members have witnessed is down to poor track prep, drivers who don't quite know their cars yet, or a combination of other factors. I can see the R/T editions of these cars struggling to reach 13 seconds because I've outrun other HEMI LX cars with my PT even when I probably shouldn't have.
Some of the lx guys do tend to think the 300's and mags are faster than the chargers tho for some reason. I dunno...
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Re: Stock which is faster SRT-6 or 8?
Originally Posted by srt6shadow
I've always thought it's the magazine test runs. Lately, it seems every one I read is low too. Not just with srt's but in general. Of course... they do say it takes a driver 40+ runs to learn to get a vehicle down to it's best launching point and capabilities. Now if only I took mine to the track...lol!
Some of the lx guys do tend to think the 300's and mags are faster than the chargers tho for some reason. I dunno...
Some of the lx guys do tend to think the 300's and mags are faster than the chargers tho for some reason. I dunno...
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Re: Stock which is faster SRT-6 or 8?
Originally Posted by srt6shadow
That's normal over on lxforums, I think something was holding back mopar's charger from a decent time.
When our 6 & 8 were both stock.... from a dead stop I would take it about a half car till about 95 where she would pass me and keep slowly pulling, I had just a little bit better tires (275/40 proxes to her stock) though. Thru the gears her midrange is stronger, but my top end pulled back on the 8.
Stock srt6 vs lightly modded srt8...read the video description and see here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vw3k72e726M
The film started right after the third honk and it jumped on me a bit, but not for long. After the video we put 285/30 proxes on the 6 and it could get a jump on my 275/40s off the line everytime.
I need to make another video because now we are even again with her Needswing CAI added vs all the mods I've done to my SRT8. Same story as stock, the 6 pulls me midrange thru the gears and I pull back on top end.
The $ per horsepower gained on the 6 beats the 8's anyday though, no question about that...
When our 6 & 8 were both stock.... from a dead stop I would take it about a half car till about 95 where she would pass me and keep slowly pulling, I had just a little bit better tires (275/40 proxes to her stock) though. Thru the gears her midrange is stronger, but my top end pulled back on the 8.
Stock srt6 vs lightly modded srt8...read the video description and see here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vw3k72e726M
The film started right after the third honk and it jumped on me a bit, but not for long. After the video we put 285/30 proxes on the 6 and it could get a jump on my 275/40s off the line everytime.
I need to make another video because now we are even again with her Needswing CAI added vs all the mods I've done to my SRT8. Same story as stock, the 6 pulls me midrange thru the gears and I pull back on top end.
The $ per horsepower gained on the 6 beats the 8's anyday though, no question about that...
The track, elevation and DA is what hindered my Chargers(and all of my cars' times). I was(and still hold the "record") the fastest local LX to race out here. My buddy has a modded Magnum SRT-8 which has run a best of 13.2@104 here at LVMS and he came with me to Famoso to race and instantly dropped to a 12.7@109 with a 1600DA(instead of 3000-6000DA). You could shave another .1-.2 if it was a negative DA day. Nobody seems to ever comprehend the differences in elevation until they come out and experience it for themselves.
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Re: Stock which is faster SRT-6 or 8?
Originally Posted by Moparrbust
The track, elevation and DA is what hindered my Chargers(and all of my cars' times). I was(and still hold the "record") the fastest local LX to race out here. My buddy has a modded Magnum SRT-8 which has run a best of 13.2@104 here at LVMS and he came with me to Famoso to race and instantly dropped to a 12.7@109 with a 1600DA(instead of 3000-6000DA). You could shave another .1-.2 if it was a negative DA day. Nobody seems to ever comprehend the differences in elevation until they come out and experience it for themselves.
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Re: Stock which is faster SRT-6 or 8?
Originally Posted by cross><hair
I don't know why but I think the Magnum is the coolest looking SRT-8. I want one!
Great running car and it handles great for a full size car.
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Re: Stock which is faster SRT-6 or 8?
Originally Posted by Moparrbust
The track, elevation and DA is what hindered my Chargers(and all of my cars' times). I was(and still hold the "record") the fastest local LX to race out here. My buddy has a modded Magnum SRT-8 which has run a best of 13.2@104 here at LVMS and he came with me to Famoso to race and instantly dropped to a 12.7@109 with a 1600DA(instead of 3000-6000DA). You could shave another .1-.2 if it was a negative DA day. Nobody seems to ever comprehend the differences in elevation until they come out and experience it for themselves.
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Re: Stock which is faster SRT-6 or 8?
Originally Posted by 70GT6
Thats why I have one! It has that classic "chopped" top look.
Great running car and it handles great for a full size car.
Great running car and it handles great for a full size car.
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Re: Stock which is faster SRT-6 or 8?
Originally Posted by distantpulse
Yep, that is my favorite 8 as well!
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Re: Stock which is faster SRT-6 or 8?
I like the Maggie as well(not as much as my old Charger) but I find it funny that most other Crossfire owners prefer it as well. It's kind of ironic that we own the coolest(in our minds) and worst depreciating and loathed Chrysler and also love the worst depreciating and loathed Dodge vehicle in recent years. LOL
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Here's my old baby.............
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Re: Stock which is faster SRT-6 or 8?
Mopar, your old Charger is sharp!!!!
We had a quick chance today to take a short video. Vehicles currently modded as is listed listed in my sig & video description.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SxIFEqYLgQM
She took me on the midrange and I took her back on the top end again.
We had a quick chance today to take a short video. Vehicles currently modded as is listed listed in my sig & video description.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SxIFEqYLgQM
She took me on the midrange and I took her back on the top end again.
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Re: Stock which is faster SRT-6 or 8?
Originally Posted by BlUEMDsrt6
Get her a pulley or atleast a good tune and you'll be seeing nothing but taillights at any speed or dig.
Click Here at add 150+ hp to the Magnum. So now were are over 575hp.
Not bad. - which taillights are in view? lol
I really like both cars, they are very different. I have had the Magnum up to 165 mph. They are no slouch and hit .90g on lateral acc. Not bad for a full size wagon.
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Re: Stock which is faster SRT-6 or 8?
Originally Posted by 70GT6
As long as we are comparing bolt-ons.
Click Here at add 150+ hp to the Magnum. So now were are over 575hp.
Not bad. - which taillights are in view? lol
I really like both cars, they are very different. I have had the Magnum up to 165 mph. They are no slouch and hit .90g on lateral acc. Not bad for a full size wagon.
Click Here at add 150+ hp to the Magnum. So now were are over 575hp.
Not bad. - which taillights are in view? lol
I really like both cars, they are very different. I have had the Magnum up to 165 mph. They are no slouch and hit .90g on lateral acc. Not bad for a full size wagon.
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Re: Stock which is faster SRT-6 or 8?
Originally Posted by BlUEMDsrt6
Id say a 150 shot of nitrous trumps anything that SC could do. We can go back and forth all day, but lets not fool ourselves into thinking the SRT8 is superior in anything in stock form other than being able to haul more people around.
All the posative are not on one side - people hauling is not the only thing the SRT8s do better. Look at the brakes - the SRT8s typically test a 10ft 60-0 better stop than the SRT6s -quite a feat considering size. The Brembos are amazing on the 8s. Tranny is the same so no difference there.
Either way BOTH can be a blast to drive. I like both.
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Re: Stock which is faster SRT-6 or 8?
I guess this proves the fact that pigs can fly. Its the fastest LX on dragtimes.
http://www.dragtimes.com/Dodge-Magnu...lip-14637.html
Its the fastest LX on dragtimes.http://www.dragtimes.com/Dodge-Magnu...lip-14637.html
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Re: Stock which is faster SRT-6 or 8?
Originally Posted by 70GT6
As long as we are comparing bolt-ons.
Click Here at add 150+ hp to the Magnum. So now were are over 575hp.
Not bad. - which taillights are in view? lol
I really like both cars, they are very different. I have had the Magnum up to 165 mph. They are no slouch and hit .90g on lateral acc. Not bad for a full size wagon.
Click Here at add 150+ hp to the Magnum. So now were are over 575hp.
Not bad. - which taillights are in view? lol
I really like both cars, they are very different. I have had the Magnum up to 165 mph. They are no slouch and hit .90g on lateral acc. Not bad for a full size wagon.
Wow- that's awesome. What does a kit like that cost?!
Btw, I DO feel the SRT-8's have a bit of an advantage over the 6.....the produce the power they do NORMALLY ASPIRATED. As soon as you boost them it'll be difficult for an SRT-6 even with basic bolt-ons to keep up.
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Re: Stock which is faster SRT-6 or 8?
Dragtimes rarely has the fastest time. The lx forums list is much better..... http://lxforums.com/board/timeslips.php
Although a trailer queen, speedfactory's charger is no slouch 10.35 @137.
Here's a video of it running 10.62 @ 134.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W4Lu1...layer_embedded.
Braking, oem stock setup my SRT8 brakes quicker than her SRT6. I've almost wrecked her old one myself overjudging by just a few feet when going ***** to the wall.
Cornering, the 6 will spank the 8's anyday.... no question there.
Off road, the jeep srt8 has it covered...awd stoplight sprints are deadly by the jeep too. Those things can get moving quick...
High speeds, the 6 is more stable due to the firmer suspension and aerodynamics.
Of course, there are much more plusses and minuses for each model...that's what makes us different.
But don't be confused if you think that srt8 sitting next to you is slower than you, chances are it might be off the line but it could be one bad ****.
Although a trailer queen, speedfactory's charger is no slouch 10.35 @137.
Here's a video of it running 10.62 @ 134.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W4Lu1...layer_embedded.
Braking, oem stock setup my SRT8 brakes quicker than her SRT6. I've almost wrecked her old one myself overjudging by just a few feet when going ***** to the wall.
Cornering, the 6 will spank the 8's anyday.... no question there.
Off road, the jeep srt8 has it covered...awd stoplight sprints are deadly by the jeep too. Those things can get moving quick...
High speeds, the 6 is more stable due to the firmer suspension and aerodynamics.
Of course, there are much more plusses and minuses for each model...that's what makes us different.
But don't be confused if you think that srt8 sitting next to you is slower than you, chances are it might be off the line but it could be one bad ****.
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Re: Stock which is faster SRT-6 or 8?
There are also quite a few 8's out there running close to 1000hp that are fine tuning before tracks open again... I bet they'll hit 9's easy this season.... I can think of 3 vehicles off the top of my head that should be really close right now.
This is one of them... RDP's 440ci with a whipple (3.4L each, i think) for each ummm...lol...ummm bank side. ;x
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This is one of them... RDP's 440ci with a whipple (3.4L each, i think) for each ummm...lol...ummm bank side. ;x
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Re: Stock which is faster SRT-6 or 8?
Originally Posted by lacerdaschoon
I wasnt aware of the different SRT8s on the market. The one im curious about is the 300C SRT8, which is the only SRT8 we get in Australia.