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Originally Posted by ovekvam
The lower the unsprung weight is, the better the wheels will follow the ground, with even load. That will give you the most grip, like formula 1 cars. When the unsprung weight gets too high, the wheels will bounce all over the place, and you need a very stiff suspention to keep it in place.
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With even load, of course. But when the car shifts it's weight due to inertia (when you are braking, in particular) what's there to push the unloaded wheel against the ground except it's own weight? Touching the ground just barely should lead to slipping I'd presume.
AFAIK Formula 1 cars' grip is pretty much all about aerodynamics,
they are undrivable at low speeds. And they reportedly have very stiff, rock hard suspension.
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Originally Posted by ovekvam
My pre facelift 116i with basic brakes had awesome stopping power, and probably even shorter stopping distance than my newer 118i with M-Sport brakes.
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Could it be more effective engine braking? Have you got rid of runflat tires already?
