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Hi,
I have a spec brochure from Mitsubishi in PDF format (can't remember where I got it from...)
I'm sure Mitsubishi would want to promote the newer Evo 7 over the succeeded Evo6.5 but the evidence seems overwhelming to the superiority of the 7.
With the RS versions (more interesting conversation for us "racing minded" folks) the stat that is down on the Evo 7 is the nozzle area (9.8 vs. 10.5)... but max torque is still higher (383Nm@3500rpm vs. 373Nm@2750rpm). Admittedly, weight is up on the Evo 7 (1320kg for Evo7 RS up from 1260kg in TME).
The real improvement in the new Evo7 is the ACD and AYC system -- the Evo 7 has a system that controls all the diffs in the car in one system vs. the Evo IV-6.5 technique of separating the two systems (i.e. active centre differential worked independently of active yaw control system). The brochure claims the integration of the two systems is seamless unlike with older cars where the nature of the car can fluctuate when one system suddenly comes into play independently of the other. (bleh mouthful)
Also, Evo 7 receives "uprated" clutch and gearbox (though I'm not sure of the ratios of the Evo 6.5 for comparison). There are 3 gearboxes available: GSR, and two for the RS (one has super tight 3,4,5).
Quote:
"Evolution VII realizes a level of dynamic
performance that surpasses even that of the
Evolution VI Tommi Makinen Edition model.
Complementing the 2-liter class-topping engine
maxima and the flatter torque curve, extensive
measures have kept weight increases
accompanying the larger body dimensions to an
absolute minimum.
Evolution VII surpasses its predecessor in
all As of handling stability, with less understeer,
more accurate and tauter response and higher
cornering limits. This is the result of the wider
track front and rear, stiffer body, improved
traction stemming from the integrated control of
ACD and AYC systems, as well as optimization
of the suspension and use of new wheels and
tires exclusive to the new model. In total, these
changes realize an unprecedented evolution in
dynamic performance - to a level that befits the
new century."
It's all quite subjective.
Sorry about the length! Didn't know this was going to be an essay...
I have a spec brochure from Mitsubishi in PDF format (can't remember where I got it from...)
I'm sure Mitsubishi would want to promote the newer Evo 7 over the succeeded Evo6.5 but the evidence seems overwhelming to the superiority of the 7.
With the RS versions (more interesting conversation for us "racing minded" folks) the stat that is down on the Evo 7 is the nozzle area (9.8 vs. 10.5)... but max torque is still higher (383Nm@3500rpm vs. 373Nm@2750rpm). Admittedly, weight is up on the Evo 7 (1320kg for Evo7 RS up from 1260kg in TME).
The real improvement in the new Evo7 is the ACD and AYC system -- the Evo 7 has a system that controls all the diffs in the car in one system vs. the Evo IV-6.5 technique of separating the two systems (i.e. active centre differential worked independently of active yaw control system). The brochure claims the integration of the two systems is seamless unlike with older cars where the nature of the car can fluctuate when one system suddenly comes into play independently of the other. (bleh mouthful)
Also, Evo 7 receives "uprated" clutch and gearbox (though I'm not sure of the ratios of the Evo 6.5 for comparison). There are 3 gearboxes available: GSR, and two for the RS (one has super tight 3,4,5).
Quote:
"Evolution VII realizes a level of dynamic
performance that surpasses even that of the
Evolution VI Tommi Makinen Edition model.
Complementing the 2-liter class-topping engine
maxima and the flatter torque curve, extensive
measures have kept weight increases
accompanying the larger body dimensions to an
absolute minimum.
Evolution VII surpasses its predecessor in
all As of handling stability, with less understeer,
more accurate and tauter response and higher
cornering limits. This is the result of the wider
track front and rear, stiffer body, improved
traction stemming from the integrated control of
ACD and AYC systems, as well as optimization
of the suspension and use of new wheels and
tires exclusive to the new model. In total, these
changes realize an unprecedented evolution in
dynamic performance - to a level that befits the
new century."
It's all quite subjective.
Sorry about the length! Didn't know this was going to be an essay...
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