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Originally Posted by andre
I think that's gonna be true for most people (your story), because the Spec is a more "livable" car than the Vette. The Vette is just a performance car with some street qualities....not a street car with some performance qualities...which the Spec V is.
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I really wouldn't say it's more livable. I daily drive my '00 Corvette with the Z51 suspension (the stiffest suspension offered) and I drive the Sentra quite often as well. A quick livability comparison:
-Passing is clearly easier in the Corvette
-The SE-R absorbs bumps better, but only slightly, and the frame shudders.
-Wind noise is quieter in the 'Vette
-Tire noise is quieter in the SE-R
-Exhaust noise (before I put in aftermarket on the 'Vette) was the same as perceived from the interior with windows closed.
-Idle on the SE-R is so smooth that I often try to start the already-running engine. The Corvette's idle is noticable, but mainly due to noise rather than feel.
-Sound system in the 'Vette blows the SE-R's completely away.
-Acceleration from the line is excellent for both cars, unless the pavement is slick, in which case the Corvette is slightly better (RWD vs. FWD.)
-SE-R's heater core heats up faster, great in winter.
All in all, they're both excellent daily drivers and I'm never ashamed to be seen in or to drive either one.
