Not exact matches
The
throttle responses aren't
as sharp as those of a 458 Speciale (few are), but so well judged is the mapping that any notion of turbo lag is instantly dismissed.
I'm sure some of Ferrari's customers aren't even aware that you can order an F430 with three pedals, so it probably comes
as a bit of a shock when they get in and see the classic open gate, but the shift is gorgeous and in these conditions you appreciate the ever so slightly
sharper throttle response too.
With intake and exhaust gases now taking a slightly longer, more convoluted path,
throttle response isn't quite
as sharp as usual, so exploratory blips of the pedal take a little longer to elicit movements on the rev - counter.
Ideally the chassis dynamics would «sportify» up with the same degree
as the engine and transmission when you depress that little button, but if all Sport mode delivers is tons of power, razor -
sharp throttle response, and perfect transmission shifts, then we'll take what we can get.
Throttle response is massively
sharper in Sport (
as it should be) and the Honda feels
as if it's suddenly gained an extra 50 hp.
Part of the reason is found in the Sport mode;
as with similar buttons, it imbues the 300S with a
sharper throttle response, delays the upshift points and allows manual shifting through the steering wheel - mounted paddles.
It's not exactly razor
sharp in terms of overall
throttle response, but there is no hint of delay
as you plant your right foot in earnest.
Ford has given the 2019 Edge ST a new Sport Mode
as well, which provides a more aggressive
throttle response,
sharper engine braking, shifting patterns that hold gears near the redline through cornering maneuvers,
as well
as a more resonant exhaust tone.
Throttle response was
as sharp as ever and the faster shifting S - Tronic gearbox, proved
as smooth
as any regular automatic transmission.
It feels particularly
sharp in Sport and Sport Plus, though,
as does
throttle response.
As one cycles through the
throttle response quickens and sports
sharp makes it even quicker.