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daixloxbmw · 08-20-2012, 08:24 AM

Wheel weight not only applies to unsprung weight but also rotational mass. Rotational mass is anything that is spun by the engine. So less rotational mass results in quicker acceleration and deceleration since it has less weight to spin and stop.

08-20-2012, 08:24 AM	#5
daixloxbmw Lieutenant 141 Rep 571 Posts Drives: Corvette Grand Sport Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: USA iTrader: (0)	Wheel weight not only applies to unsprung weight but also rotational mass. Rotational mass is anything that is spun by the engine. So less rotational mass results in quicker acceleration and deceleration since it has less weight to spin and stop.
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