Why is 325i sport faster than normal 325i

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Post Sun Nov 01, 2015 2:34 pm

Genuine question! I've have 2 325i sports in my lifetime. Although my cabby 325i was a bit of a shed I have done loads to bring it up to scratch.

My question is it because of the sport diff that makes it feel quicker sharper?

My cabby has a mild chip and still can't touch the sides??

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Post Sun Nov 01, 2015 2:35 pm

Maybe there's somthing wrong a˜• With the cabby
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Post Sun Nov 01, 2015 2:41 pm

Closer ratio sport box and cabbies weigh more.
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Post Sun Nov 01, 2015 4:14 pm

Cheers Ross. So if I wanted that sport feel - change my g box to a sport one?
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Post Sun Nov 01, 2015 4:25 pm

It may also have a longer diff in.

The reality is it will never drive like a tin top. The extra chassis reinforcements add weight, and the body shell isn't as ridged. Cabs are cruisers and they are great for that. If you fancy a sportier drive, my advice is to sell it and buy a tin top.
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Post Sun Nov 01, 2015 4:43 pm

Boy oh boy! It may come to that - thanks for the advice and info a‘aaaa
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Post Sun Nov 01, 2015 5:44 pm

Sports are faster because they weigh less, what with all the missing metal under the kit :D
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