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Re: AWD Vs 2WD perf
> Audi also added the sweet tri-Y cast/tubular header system to the 4KQ so
> that they would be as fast or faster Vs the 5-cyl Coupe GT, etc, in
> spite of the approx 100Lb higher weight of the AWD.
Are you sure it isn't the gear ratios? Break out your calculator and crunch
a few numbers ... the 4kq is geared quite a bit lower than either the Coupes
or FWD 4ks and, as you know, drive wheels don't really care where the torque
comes from, be it the engine or the gearbox.
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