best performance street tire size
 

ok considering that we had the best street tire available, whatever it is, this is not a discussion for that. What would be the best size (15"-19") and width etc. for optimal performance on a FWD dsm driving style would be variety, mainly cornering and acceleration but ride comfort would not matter much.

Re: best performance street tire size
 

That really depends on what you are looking for. Light weight, smaller is better. Sidewall flex, bigger is better. The best compromise is probably a 16 or 17. Wider is better for traction, so I would go with an 8" width. I have 235/45 on 17x8" wheels and they work very well for handling.

Re: best performance street tire size
 

235's is as large as i'd place on a dsm without spacers, as it will begin to rub on the struts. overall diameter i'd say the 16" rim/tire combo will weigh more then the 17" rim/tire combo, that's both the SAME OVERALL DIAMETER (research "plus sizing"). That also depends on the weight of the 17" rim.

-A. Swift

Re: best performance street tire size
 

Go with a 17" wheel.

Re: best performance street tire size
 

I run a 225/45/17 and looks great!

Re: best performance street tire size
 

Thats what Im running, very nice and aggressive.:biggrin: