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      03-18-2011, 03:18 PM   #99
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Originally Posted by Radiation Joe View Post
Come on. Do you really believe the DCT in our cars is even remotely similar in function to the transmissions in F1 cars? If so, I'm sure you're the demographic BMW's marketers are looking for.

The F1 transmissions and engine management systems are uniquely tuned for one purpose; racing a high downforce, high power/weight extremely high tech, missile.

Don't fool yourself. The DCT is designed to get groceries.
Wait, you've missed the point. I'm not comparing M3 DCT to F1 tranny. What I'm comparing is F1 manual to F1 paddle shifter (similar to M3's 6MT-vs-DCT), and the reason (all the benefits) for F1 cars all using paddle shifters now.
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