Amir Posted April 18, 2001 Report Share Posted April 18, 2001 Hello all. I am torn between these two Supra models, both have 3.0 Twin Turbo I6 engines but one of them (the GZ) only comes in Auto, but has way more options and features than the rest of the Supra range, plus it's the Aerotop version (the Twin Turbo Aerotops only come in Auto, GZ) , the RZ is a 6 Speed Manual Twin Turbo with more horsepower though, the GZ is from 1993-1996, the RZ is from 1993 and over, so the chance of buying a post 96 model is possible unlike with the GZ. What do you guys think? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbosupra1 Posted April 18, 2001 Report Share Posted April 18, 2001 uhhh......sorry....i dont know.....is this like Japanese spec or somethin?? I've heard of the RZ...but not the GZ. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RPM boy Posted April 18, 2001 Report Share Posted April 18, 2001 From your info, get the RZ. But, I'd suggest getting THIS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbosupra1 Posted April 18, 2001 Report Share Posted April 18, 2001 how funny.....i'd suggest getting that as well.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pot Hed Posted April 18, 2001 Report Share Posted April 18, 2001 I would say an automatic Supra is utterly pointless,unless you do not comprehend well with a standard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Napkintosh Posted April 18, 2001 Report Share Posted April 18, 2001 With enough horsepower, the manual vs. auto debate becomes pointless. It's a matter of preference and whether or not you think having an auto is 'boring'. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RPM boy Posted April 19, 2001 Report Share Posted April 19, 2001 I think auto vs. stick is always a debate. No matter the power you have, or whatever, it's about being under control of your car....knowing what gear you're in, and being able to go to any other gear you choose in an instant. Keeping it wound up if you want, and not having to tap the brake around the corner to downshift so the power will be there when you want it. The only time I would ever take an automatic is if it was in something that was not anything near a performance car. Get the RZ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mata Posted April 19, 2001 Report Share Posted April 19, 2001 dont know why almost everything around here bashes the auto trannys in a car like the supra TT you have enough power to get an auto one and still have plenty of fun with it i would prefer an auto with al the fancy options Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mecca tt Posted April 19, 2001 Report Share Posted April 19, 2001 toyota knew people were going to modify the supra to crazy heights so they gave you options (how thoughtful) Well it depends on you. Are you going to be modding her? If you plan to do some heavy modifications. Get the RZ, the extra options and targa means your going to have more weight. I’m not sure the power difference between the two models though. Yes people.. these are Japanese spec. BTW, I hear that Supras have more torque in Japanese specs.. but they have less power. Any truth to this? BTW, I wouldn’t diss the Auto Supra.. There is a guy by the name of Guilly who put up some crazy numbers with an automatic supra. We used to drive a 96 auto supra and it isn’t the same as the manual. They way I see it, if you have a turbo, you should have manual. (of course there are restrictions..) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RPM boy Posted April 21, 2001 Report Share Posted April 21, 2001 It's not an argument about specs and times, it's about control over your car, in my opinion. No way would I take any sports car with an auto...closest thing would be a sportstick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amir Posted April 24, 2001 Author Report Share Posted April 24, 2001 Well this is all true, but it is still very hard to choose, but I think I would go for the RZ, the 6 Speed Manual is the biggest advantage of the RZ plus the availability of models above '96, the extra options of the GZ could be bought aftermarket. Does anybody know whether it is possible to convert the normal Supra roof into a targa like the Aerotop model, and around how much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted April 24, 2001 Report Share Posted April 24, 2001 sorry guys, but when it comes to making rediculously powerful cars, auto is the only way to go, manual is fine, but you will find that a built auto will shift harder, and faster than any manual or sequential can, and with an auto, you can also build boost at the starting/staging line. you cant do that with a manual unless you have one of those lame 2 step rev limiter launch kits. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted April 24, 2001 Report Share Posted April 24, 2001 but, if you arent going for the crazy dyno whore level of power ( like 800 hp or something ) then a manual is definately the way to go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amir Posted April 25, 2001 Author Report Share Posted April 25, 2001 Well, I don't plan on modifying the car to the max, probably just a good sound system and a body kit maybe, it already has about 325hp (late '97 and over) Auto sounds OK, the car I've got now is an Auto, but it is boring unless you do the shifting manually, by the way is that bad for the transmission? That is why I am more interested in the RZ, it is more sporty in my point of view (6 Speed Hardtop), the aerotop does add a bit of weight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbosupra1 Posted April 30, 2001 Report Share Posted April 30, 2001 wait...do u live in japan?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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