How do paddle shifters work ???

[Richie18]

Long because all the cars with manumatics have computers that think they are smarter than you and if they deem a downshift too agressive it won't allow it or an upshift too late it will do it for you.

Most automanuals when turned into full manual mode will bounce off the rev limiter if you don't upshift and downshift as long as the gear won't push it over the redline.

[Joe@KMS]

PS..

The Ferrari F1 transmission will go a long way in making any hamfisted idiot a hero when it comes to shifting. Perfectly matched revs and no chassis upset when braking for a corner. Perfect up shifts that are lighting fast... It also takes away the joy and satisfaction of a perfectly executed heel-toe down shift because it is no longer needed.

I think that this is why the Cobra and its replicas offer one of the most enjoyable driving experiences on the planet... It is all still very direct and very mechanical. From the loud pipes, to the vision blurring acceleration, to the high cornering ability to the fact that it can all go wrong so quickly... It is all up to you whether it's good, bad or ugly. It just takes some respect and nothing else can match the experience.

[GreenSnakeDoc]

Originally Posted by Richie18

Long because all the cars with manumatics have computers that think they are smarter than you and if they deem a downshift too agressive it won't allow it or an upshift too late it will do it for you.

Most automanuals when turned into full manual mode will bounce off the rev limiter if you don't upshift and downshift as long as the gear won't push it over the redline.

Richie18: I was thinking along the lines of how strong the internal parts, gears, bearings, clutches, etc. are compared to a manual tranny. The old 4 speeds of the period, T-10's and Top Loader's are practically bulletproof somewhere above 400 HP and 450 ft.lbs. torque. But an automatic with standard internals, ... I don't know when driven under numerous full-throttle accelerations in half-hour sessions on track day. All transmissions should be rated by their maximum torque capability, not horsepower.