well my time was 14.46 that sucks at 98 mph my r/t was .212 sooo what yall think i think it sucks

 

What was the Density Altitude? That may be a good time, depending on the DA. DA may be THE most important unpublished factor in 1/4 mile times.

 

IXLR8 is right. If you can, figure your DA. I thought my times were bad until we figured that the engine thought we were at over 7600 feet. Still, you beat the heck out of me . Your RT wasn't bad considering you've never done this before. The start is always kind of a guessing game. You have to learn to start before the light turns green. How much before is just a timing game. I try to count in my head and when the last yellow light comes on, I want to go. I need to practice that more and more. I think you did good!

dave

 

I see he is from northern Illinois. If it was the Joliet track. It's only about 600ft above sea level, so the times are just about right. Not bad for the first time out.

 

It is not altlitude, it is Density Altitude that matters

here are some examples

Alt 600 Air Temp 85 Barometric Prssure 29.02 Dew Point 77 = Density Altitude of 3841 ft !

Alt 600 Air Temp 55 Barometric Prssure 29.97 Dew Point 35 = Density Altitude of 511 ft !

Current conditions in Joliet are:

Alt 600 Air Temp 54 Barometric Prssure 29.80 Dew Point 49 = Density Altitude of 698 ft !

As you can see the altitude the engine sees can vary by 3500 ft or MORE at the same point.

Density Altitude Calculatro Link

 

I would have been thrilled with those times. He might gain .2 with a little practice, but those are still good times. Even the "Mustang" gang at the dealership where my son works thinks my times were very respectible. Remember, our Chargers are heavy (with a capital "H").

dave

 

If only the chargers were coupes.

 

Nicky,

Actually, the old "B" body two doors were slightly lighter than the four door variety. Really not much to write home about, but sure, every little bit helps!



MN

 

Dude your batman!!!

Great analysis.