[Land-speed] Rear End Ratios...

[John Burk]

Mayf , the lowest I've seen mentioned is a Jaguar 2.76:1 .




> Slightly different direction this morning... my car shows have been pre 
> empted by Ultimate Fighting Championship programs... have to do something 
> with my time....
>
> What is the highest rear end ratio that was/is commonly available in 
> modern cars? I am thinking of something for better fuel mileage in my real 
> Sunbeam Tiger.  Conversely, what was/is the highest ratio available for a 
> Dana 44 which is the OEM rear end. Right  now it has a 2.88 rear gear. 
> One of you out there has this information on the tip of your tongue..
>
> mayf