It's been a while since I read up on auto boxes but I know modern ones
have an auxiliary system to lock the torque convertor - they're never
100% efficient and newer ones have what basically amounts to a clutch to
lock it. This removes much of the economy and accelleration problems.
FWIW take two identical turbocharged cars, one auto and one manual and
the auto will be faster 0-60 because of not losing boost through the
gear changes
Martin
chrisparnham wrote:
> I've driven (still own) both, but of course I don't go "tare A**ing"
> around like you youngsters.
>
> I'm very happy with my Auto box, in fact the rest of my fleet are all
> Auto's. My LWB Daimler has a 5 speed Auto, with its variable valve
> timing, V8 4 litre engine, it goes like stink! It's a bit like a
> "mobile gentleman's club on acid"...(not that I know, or want to know
> anything about drugs)!
>
> Best regards
> Chris Parnham
> DOC 2
> RHD vin 5638
> BTTF vin 20049
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