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3rd > 4th

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Old Oct 9, 2009 | 01:20 PM
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Re: 3rd > 4th

Im going to hit a lot of different subjects, such as mod ability, stock performance, rarity, modded performance, aerodynamics, dimensions, etc...
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Old May 2, 2011 | 10:01 AM
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Re: 3rd > 4th

Originally Posted by BigWhiteGTP
Most of those ^^^ are opinions. Thirdgens do have better visibility, shorter front window, less prone to window motor failures, more engines to choose from, engine is easier to access because of the larger engine bay. 3rd Gen Leather is softer and less hard than 4th gen leather. 9 bolt rears are stronger than 10 bolts, but 3rd gens offered 10 bolts as well. And they do handle better than the 4th gens. I had a WS6 4th gen and it handled good, but my GTA handles better, much better and more stable in a slolom style manuever and can take the same turns at a slightly higher speed.
how would a 88 formula 350 ws6 compare in the handling?
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