E248: 1993 Ford SVT Cobra R

The 1993 Ford SVT Cobra R; less pony, more stallion, but it's clear this stud's race is over. With a PI of 248, this car sits in the middle of the E Class cars of Forza. It's not quite useless, and can prove difficult the first few times you take it for a spin, but with patience and a light foot, this thing can prove it belongs on the track.

The Specs:

Front Engine

Rear-Wheel Drive

Power: 235hp
Torque: 280 lb-ft
Weight: 3125 lbs
Front: 57%
Displacement: 4.9L

Ratings:
Speed: 4.9
Handling: 4.9
Acceleration: 4.2
Launch: 5.0
Braking:4.6

When I first heard the rev of the SVT Cobra R, I was stunned. This thing sounds beastly! And unlike other cars that are made in 1993, it's supposed to sound this way. Even with a big 4.9 Liter engine in the front, the car's weight ratio isn't as unbalanced as I would have thought. However, it's still not perfect, and this thing takes some time to get just right.

First thing I have to say about this car is if you want to race it, get tires. Traction is non-existent with the stock tires. From the get-go, this thing will burn rubber for precious seconds. Additionally you can easily lose traction while tapping the throttle mid-turn. It's quite fragile, and takes a bit of time to get things right.

But when you're going with it, it shows its promise. If you can manage the traction, then you'll be fine with the slight oversteer. In the wider tracks, its easy to get distracted and start doing long drifts and use up all the road. However in the smaller tracks, you'll need to focus to keep this thing on the tarmac. 

This appetite for asphalt could have something to do with the not-so-great brakes. If they were a little bit stronger, it'd make this car much more manageable on the tracks. As it is, this car is an awesome project, it's got potential to make for a great car into the D and Mid-class with some careful upgrades.


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