So having AWD and a 7sp
dual clutch tranny as an option along with the 7sp manual is a thing the Corvette will need to compete in the future.
Not exact matches
The concept, which is based on a Hyundai i30 (the Elantra in the U.S.), utilizes a 2.0 - liter turbo pushing past 370 horsepower and 333 lb - ft of torque, mated to a
dual -
clutch tranny.
Notably, the Aventador S doesn't get a
dual -
clutch gearbox like the Huracan, rather, continuing with the 7 - speed single -
clutch tranny (we assume the added weight of the DCT could be the issue).
Powertrain technologies such as TSI (turbo direct injection petrol engine) and DSG (
dual clutch automatic
tranny) can also be expected.
Purists might cry for a proper
clutched manual gearbox, but I'm happy with this
dual -
clutch tranny.
Both cars have a
dual clutch 7 speed
tranny.
And when hooked to Audi's fastest - shifting seven - speed
dual -
clutch tranny, this new V8 propels the RS5 to 60 mph in 4.5 seconds.
Most 2016 ForTwos sold will be equipped with choice No. 2: a new six - speed
dual -
clutch transmission (DCT) that replaces to the old (and universally loathed) single -
clutch tranny as the automatic option.
Cars equipped with BMW's
dual -
clutch tranny will do 0 - 60 mph in 3.9 seconds; six - speed manual - equipped cars do the same in 4.1 seconds.
The Ford GT is also honed for racing with a down force, carbon fiber rich body, a 600 + horsepower twin - turbo V6, ceramic brakes,
dual -
clutch tranny, and an attitude that clearly was born to win.