PERFORMANCE
The performance of the CSW 356 Speedster replica truly sets it apart from the VW based 356 Speedster replicas and almost all production sports cars made today. The combination of ........
- light weight - 1950 to 2200 lbs.
- a mid-engine configuration (engine mounted forward of the rear axles)
- choice of turbocharged Toyota MR II 3SGTE or Honda H22a V-tec water-cooled engines.
Honda H22aToyota 3SGTE StockToyota 3SGTE UpgradedHorsepower200 @ 6800 rpm220 @ 6000 rpm271 @ 6000 rpmTorque - lb ft161 @ 5500 rpm200 @ 3200255 @ 3200
- 5 speed transmission
- rack & pinion steering
- custom double wishbone (A arm) independent front suspension
- custom designed, coil-over
Independent Rear Suspension - we can adjust the spring rate to suit your driving style and habits - 4 wheel disc brakes as standard
- low profile 215/40-17 tires to put the power to the road and provide that additional safety margin when stopping quickly becomes necessary
- custom built tube steel chassis to handle the power without twisting
....... all add up to a sports car with outstanding handling and speed. The power to weight ratio of the CSW Speedster is one of the best when compared to production roadsters available today.
Vehicle |
Weight |
Horsepower |
Power:Weight |
| Corvette | 3199 |
400 |
8.0 |
| CSW Speedster Turbo | 2200 |
270 |
8.2 |
| Mercedes 55 AMG | 4235 |
493 |
8.6 |
| Porsche 911 Carrera | 3318 |
355 |
9.3 |
| CSW Speedster | 1950 |
200 |
9.8 |
| Nissan 350Z | 3601 |
300 |
12.0 |
| Honda S2000 | 2835 |
237 |
12.0 |
| Mazda RX8 | 3071 |
238 |
12.9 |
| BMW Z4 | 2980 |
225 |
13.2 |
| Pontiac Solstice | 2860 |
177 |
16.2 |
*The above figures are approximate and based on information from the web sites of the various manufacturers.