17`s or 18`s for E36
Discussion
scottbm said:
I am just about to swap my 18in csl for some 17in bbs originals.
I have been told that exceleration is better with 17`s
Acceleration is dependent on the overall tyre diameter and not the rim size. Another important factor is the weight of the wheel, the lower the weight the better, it means the suspension can work better.I have been told that exceleration is better with 17`s
If you go from 18" to 17" wheels, you will also increase the tyre profile height therefore making the overall rolling circumference roughly the same. There will therefore be no gear ratio change and no change to performance.
The weight of the wheels is a factor but very minimal, it would take a very good driver indeed to notice this change in acceleration but a lighter tyre/wheel combination will improve handling by reducing unsprung weight.
Kerry, xxxx
The weight of the wheels is a factor but very minimal, it would take a very good driver indeed to notice this change in acceleration but a lighter tyre/wheel combination will improve handling by reducing unsprung weight.
Kerry, xxxx
Stick to 18". These look better and like Kerry says, they dont make much difference to the acceleration unless you reduce the overall rolling radius.
If its of any interest, i have some BBS RS Gt 18" 8x18 & 9x18 replicas that i could sell you. They are on my car at the moment, but looking to sell the car and putting standard wheels back on.
If its of any interest, i have some BBS RS Gt 18" 8x18 & 9x18 replicas that i could sell you. They are on my car at the moment, but looking to sell the car and putting standard wheels back on.
slavic said:
Stick to 18". These look better and like Kerry says, they dont make much difference to the acceleration unless you reduce the overall rolling radius.
If its of any interest, i have some BBS RS Gt 18" 8x18 & 9x18 replicas that i could sell you. They are on my car at the moment, but looking to sell the car and putting standard wheels back on.
Hi am looking for some 18 split rims for my e36 cabriolet do you have a pic of yours cheers John.If its of any interest, i have some BBS RS Gt 18" 8x18 & 9x18 replicas that i could sell you. They are on my car at the moment, but looking to sell the car and putting standard wheels back on.
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