Auto vs. Manual (Debate)

[LJS30]

I have been in a long debate with both my fiance and a friend of mine in regards to the usage of automatics in racing. I say with a shift kit and the right driver they are good. However both my fiance and friend claim auto's serve no purpose in racing whatsoever. Are they true? Am I incorrect on this debate? :angel9:

 

[ValiantMike]

Most racing these days is bracket racing requiring consist times. This being said, the automatic will be more consistent than shifting a 4spd. For a street car I prefer a 4spd. JMO, Mike

 

[GoodysGotaCuda]

There is a very high number of automatic cars used in competitive racing. They are good, and consistant. On the street a 4speed has more 'cool' factor, and you'll have a little different gear ratios vs an auto. My auto with a TF-2 kit at a 3500stall is pretty fun. It outruns all the import guys at school that swear by their 5speeds lol

 

[LJS30]

There is a very high number of automatic cars used in competitive racing. They are good, and consistant. On the street a 4speed has more 'cool' factor, and you'll have a little different gear ratios vs an auto. My auto with a TF-2 kit at a 3500stall is pretty fun. It outruns all the import guys at school that swear by their 5speeds lol

Nice :thumbup:

 

[DWC]

Auto is the way to go for racing. Far more consistant. Put in the right torque converter for your motor & rear to utuilize your power. I race with a manual because it's fun but at times frustrating. Win many heads up but when it comes to stating your times before the race it's more difficult.

 

[BoredandStroked]

Automatic all the way in drag racing, road racing you need a clutch though. I have a 5 speed and its great out here in the country but I hate driving it in the city. Cool factor is a plus but I got the truck because it had granny gear first gear which makes towing and working out in the field easy.

I do however know a group in Virginia that only race 4 speeds, pretty fun watching them ride the rear bumper off the starting line and running 10s and 9s.