430 Race Mode

Very seldom. Usually just for comparison purposes, such as how the differences in suspension settings feel on our rough Pittsburgh roads. I think to take full advantage, one would need to be on a track.

 

most of the time I am in race mode, harder shifts

 

Race mode 100% if the road is dry and temps are normal for So Cal. I did my first 500 - 1000 in sport just for good luck.

 

You can downshift when needed with or without throttle or brake input. Like driving a manual, sometimes I will shift into neutral, depends on the situation.

 

I’m in race mode 100% of the time unless it’s down pouring. Clutch Engages much faster help preserving it. I also lift off the throttle during shifts it makes a much smoother drive. However in a full acceleration run I keep my foot down. Treat the car just like you would a manual that’s my best advice. It for sure took time to get all the nuances of the tranny.


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Always in Race

 

I don’t think I’ve used regular mode more than once. I have always left it in RACE!

The shifts are quicker and the handling is better. There is practical side. The quicker shifts mean less clutch slip, which means longer clutch life!


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Not saying I did this but if you are NOT in race mode and you hit 150mph,the car automatically down shifts and does not allow you to go faster.

 

Race 100% of the time as I was told to do by a Ferrari Tech...he said it is easier on the clutch.


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Race mode on a 6 speed gated would just be suspension and e diff changes correct? Or are there any differences on throttle response? I have not really played with Race mode as the car is still new to me.

 

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Race mode 99% of the time here as well.

With regards to downshifts and throttle position whether to let go of throttle or hold your current throttle position I encourage people to try both modes and feel the difference. I have many many times.

When downshifting and you let go of the throttle the ECU thinks you are coming to a stop so it will let go of power and your engine will start to choke as it is now unsure of what you are trying to do (pass or stop?)

So if you are passing someone my recommendation is to hold your current throttle position, downshift, rev goes up higher, then immediately mash the pedal once you are back on a straight line for a smoother & more powerful take off.

Now try the other method, you downshift so you let go of your throttle, you are now on lower RPM, then try and pass another car and see the difference and decide which technique is better. Remember that the higher RPM the more torque.

Remember also that throttle position matters a lot.

You want a faster passing mode, push the gas pedal hard then immediately downshift to the lower gear. Whoooaaaa!

My 2.5 cents.

Dan

 

each time I drive my Dodge journey, I know I am driving in "race mode".
The dodge doesn't have any E-diff, if you know what I mean.

for the f430, the race mode isn't more unsafe than you driving a normal car such as my dodge. It is all about the driver

 

Always in race for me (but I don’t drive in rain). The traction control is a bit too aggressive for me in sport.


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Always race mode...

 

I spoke to several mechanics about the race v sport mode and how it affects the longevity of the clutch, all have told me both are the same on clutch wear. Race mode let's the car slide around a bit more and won't shift at red line for you.
But Race mode is more fun to drive, but don't use it if one of your intentions is to make your clutch last longer per the mechanics I spoke with.