I read several threads regarding the suspension and ground clearance differences between the P and LR, even fender measurements, but none directly answered my questions.
Tesla's order page shows that the P has "lowered suspension" and obviously 21" wheels/tires when compared to the LR with its 19" set up.
--Do the P and LR in fact have different struts (spring/absorber) combinations? As I understand it, when years ago manufactures started going with larger wheels and smaller sidewalls, they needed to actually *soften* the damping so that the suspension can do more of the work as opposed to relying on the sidewalls to absorb the shocks. In the case of of P vs LR, are the P's struts both lower and stiffer when compared to LR?
--If above is yes, what is the actual difference in ground clearance?
--Though I might agree that less wheel gap and a lower rake look better, ground clearance is equally important for me. If a MYP is fitted with 19" Geminis, will it have the same actual ground clearance as a MYLR? Or, will the MYP will still be lower because of the struts (if above is yes)? Will the calipers fit?
--Along the same lines, will a MYP ride similarly as a MYLR if fitted with 19", or will it still be stiffer because of the struts? Or, will it actually ride softer because the MYP struts are actually more softer sprung (see above) to accommodate the 21" setup?
I am aware of the performance boost for MYLRs, but I wish there was an option to increase the power, but not at the expense of ground clearance or ride.
I'd appreciate your input.
Tesla's order page shows that the P has "lowered suspension" and obviously 21" wheels/tires when compared to the LR with its 19" set up.
--Do the P and LR in fact have different struts (spring/absorber) combinations? As I understand it, when years ago manufactures started going with larger wheels and smaller sidewalls, they needed to actually *soften* the damping so that the suspension can do more of the work as opposed to relying on the sidewalls to absorb the shocks. In the case of of P vs LR, are the P's struts both lower and stiffer when compared to LR?
--If above is yes, what is the actual difference in ground clearance?
--Though I might agree that less wheel gap and a lower rake look better, ground clearance is equally important for me. If a MYP is fitted with 19" Geminis, will it have the same actual ground clearance as a MYLR? Or, will the MYP will still be lower because of the struts (if above is yes)? Will the calipers fit?
--Along the same lines, will a MYP ride similarly as a MYLR if fitted with 19", or will it still be stiffer because of the struts? Or, will it actually ride softer because the MYP struts are actually more softer sprung (see above) to accommodate the 21" setup?
I am aware of the performance boost for MYLRs, but I wish there was an option to increase the power, but not at the expense of ground clearance or ride.
I'd appreciate your input.