The Porsche vs Ferrari (or Badger vs brielga) thread - Page 290

TF110 · 19 Jun 2013, 16:36 (Ref:3264966)

Hey, look at that. Porsche leading the GTE PRO class in practice!

MitchZ06 · 19 Jun 2013, 16:46 (Ref:3264971)

Hey look at that, a pot stirrer!

TF110 · 19 Jun 2013, 17:04 (Ref:3264978)

No. Im glad theyre up front, thanks.

Dario911 · 19 Jun 2013, 18:42 (Ref:3265027)

Good times by Porsche. Very interesting how easily the can lap with a so good pace. But I think no one of the GT2 leading group has yet started to push seriously. They're just heating the cars!

Articus · 19 Jun 2013, 19:15 (Ref:3265039)

Corvette's are going about business nicely. They should be strong come race day. This will be one hell of a GTE battle! Could be the best we have seen in years as long as all the teams keep it together. No loose wheel nuts/flat tires etc... I can already see the huge drafting train down the Mulsanne with the vipers, vettes, astons, porsches, ferraris!

TF110 · 19 Jun 2013, 19:18 (Ref:3265040)

Kobayashi is impressive. Hes one to watch, as usual.

Articus · 20 Jun 2013, 00:22 (Ref:3265220)

Ideal timings has the Porsche at a 3:55.8. Aston at a 3:55.2 and Ferrari at a 3:55.5. Does anyone think the Corvette's could do better? Perhaps. Thursday will be interesting if it stays dry. Hopefully the Vette's Vipers won't keep us guessing for long.

Dario911 · 20 Jun 2013, 07:57 (Ref:3265325)

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Originally Posted by Articus

Ideal timings has the Porsche at a 3:55.8. Aston at a 3:55.2 and Ferrari at a 3:55.5. Does anyone think the Corvette's could do better? Perhaps. Thursday will be interesting if it stays dry. Hopefully the Vette's Vipers won't keep us guessing for long.

Porsche, Aston and Ferrari are very close. I think they'll have a great battle. Anyway, I hope to see Vettes in the field! Laptimes yesterday were not at the same pace of the three rivals, and this make me worry. About Viper, I don't think it'll be capable to face its opponents since its first appearence in la Sarthe. But it's nice to have it on the battlefield! I hope to see a great battle, this year. Till the last lap of the race.

TF110 · 20 Jun 2013, 08:17 (Ref:3265331)

They came out of nowhere at Sebring. It was impressive watching them close the gap and taking positions. Hopefully its the same here.

Spyderman · 20 Jun 2013, 08:22 (Ref:3265332)

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Originally Posted by Dario911

Porsche, Aston and Ferrari are very close. I think they'll have a great battle. Anyway, I hope to see Vettes in the field! Laptimes yesterday were not at the same pace of the three rivals, and this make me worry. About Viper, I don't think it'll be capable to face its opponents since its first appearence in la Sarthe. But it's nice to have it on the battlefield! I hope to see a great battle, this year. Till the last lap of the race.

Porsche loosing time in Sector 3. Same as in the past.

Dario911 · 20 Jun 2013, 08:59 (Ref:3265339)

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Originally Posted by Spyderman

Porsche loosing time in Sector 3. Same as in the past.

Yes, but I think car has a good pace, is reliable, crews are the top... they can win! Good chances to see one of the Porsches at the top of the podium!

Spyderman · 20 Jun 2013, 09:22 (Ref:3265346)

Unfortunately I will not be able to watch it nor follow it. I am off to the bush for the next 4 days. (I'm still not sure whether that is a good or a bad thing)

Dario911 · 20 Jun 2013, 11:03 (Ref:3265385)

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Originally Posted by Spyderman

Unfortunately I will not be able to watch it nor follow it. I am off to the bush for the next 4 days. (I'm still not sure whether that is a good or a bad thing)

You will miss Porsche victory to celebrate 911 50 years! I'm sorry for this, but I'll drink for you, mate!

**Aysedasi** · 20 Jun 2013, 11:31 (Ref:3265402)

I should make you envious Dario that I'll be sitting in the Porsche (formerly Audi) liveried grandstand......

Spyderman · 20 Jun 2013, 12:01 (Ref:3265415)

I get back on Tuesday and hope to catch up on all that went on. I sincerely hope that you are correct Dario, as it would make a wonderful birthday present for me.

Spyderman · 20 Jun 2013, 12:04 (Ref:3265418)

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Originally Posted by Aysedasi

I should make you envious Dario that I'll be sitting in the Porsche (formerly Audi) liveried grandstand......

I will be going to Le Mans next year, so I look forward to seeing it.

Dario911 · 20 Jun 2013, 12:06 (Ref:3265419)

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Originally Posted by Spyderman

I will be going to Le Mans next year, so I look forward to seeing it.

Next year I'll be in Le Mans, to celebrate Porsche return! We'll meet in the holy track, brother!

Spyderman · 20 Jun 2013, 13:03 (Ref:3265441)

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Originally Posted by Dario911

Next year I'll be in Le Mans, to celebrate Porsche return! We'll meet in the holy track, brother!

Most definitely!

porman · 20 Jun 2013, 13:50 (Ref:3265467)

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Originally Posted by Spyderman

I get back on Tuesday and hope to catch up on all that went on. I sincerely hope that you are correct Dario, as it would make a wonderful birthday present for me.

Happy birthday Spyderman!

Spyderman · 20 Jun 2013, 14:06 (Ref:3265473)

Thank you Porman! (only on Tuesday)

rich07 · 21 Jun 2013, 00:15 (Ref:3265829)

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Originally Posted by Dario911

You will miss Porsche victory to celebrate 911 50 years! I'm sorry for this, but I'll drink for you, mate!

Even with my Ferrari hat off Im still thinking Spyderman is better out in the bush. But hey who knows what could happen. I still think its highly unlikely, even though the two Porsches have incredibly strong drivers however the car is still new so who knows how it will go over 24hrs in the race. It'll be between the Vettes, the two leading Astons and the AF Corse guys for the top spot. Going by what Ive seen so far and the fact that this is also their first Le Mans with the new car, SRT should treat a podium like a win.

Whatever happens, it'll be close throughout the race and Im really looking forward to it, even more so then the P1 battle. I would love to see the pack battles that we've seen thus far in the ALMS this year, brilliant stuff

Articus · 21 Jun 2013, 01:03 (Ref:3265844)

Im sure we will see Porsche vs Ferrari at Lemans this year but that may be overshadowed by Aston Martin Brigade...I can't help but wonder where Corvette will end in all of this. It would just be glaring oversight to count them out for victory.

Spyderman · 21 Jun 2013, 04:32 (Ref:3265879)

Guys - I'm setting off in about 10 minute (6:30 here) but I just wanted to check in before I go.
Oh Look! Astons on pole. What a surprise! Gee, BoP is really making things sooo unpredictable.
Have a good race guys! See you on Tuesday.

Dario911 · 21 Jun 2013, 06:01 (Ref:3265895)

I'm sure Porsche will be in the battle for the 1st place. The car is fast, has been tested to resist more than 24 hours, at the same way of all previous 911s. Crews are probably the best in the field, and team has a long experience. I don't think reliability will be a huge trouble for Porsche, while I see Corvettes out of the games, together with Vipers.
The battle will be Aston-Porsche-Ferrari, and Porsche has its chances to win, at the same way of the other two opponents.
I trust in Porsche, I think it may win.

911targa · 21 Jun 2013, 06:25 (Ref:3265898)

Porsche is the second best GTE manufacture in qualifying, isn't it? 3rd in PRO and 2nd(#88 even skips Q2) in AM is not bad.

Anyway I would expect a 997 AM win and earn the 99th LM24 class win for Porsche. And if #77 & one of 991s can both end up podiums, hopefully Dempsey will start a 991 WEC AM full season project next year. Recently Dempsey is doing a Lemans-promoting film for Porsche.
http://www.porsche.com/international...db4123&lang=en

and here comes Proton's chatroom
www.race.ag

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