Date: Sat, 25 Oct 2003 08:53:39 PST From: mojavegnopsamsp.com (Everett M. Greene) Subject: Re: tire size
Grunff <grunff232nopsam.com> writes: > Gabe wrote: > > Anyone have opinions on changing tire size from recommended 205/50 16 > > to 205/55 16. I've been told that this is an improvement for my car - > > 1995 900SE Turbo. > > In addition to Johannes' comments, a larger overall diameter, > which is what you'll achieve, will equate to lower revs at a > given speed (which may make motorway cruising more pleasant), > and slightly lower 0-60 acceleration. And some additional annoyance and clutch wear when starting from a standstill with a manual transmission.