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Which is Faster: Automatic or Manual Transmission?

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RebeccaLynn

07/28/25 10:11pm

Whether a manual transmission accelerates faster than an automatic transmission depends on the specific type of transmission: 1. CVT transmission: Manual transmission accelerates faster than automatic. 2. Dual-clutch transmission: Automatic transmission accelerates faster than manual. Below are the differences between manual and automatic transmissions: 1. Different levels of operational difficulty: Manual transmissions are suitable for skilled drivers; automatic transmissions are suitable for beginners. 2. Different structures: Manual transmissions have a clutch; automatic transmissions do not. 3. Characteristics of manual transmissions: Quick response, stable performance, good fuel economy, and strong power. 4. Characteristics of automatic transmissions: Extends the lifespan of components, improves vehicle performance, and reduces air pollution.

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LaRicardo

08/12/25 2:43am

I usually enjoy racing on the track, and driving a manual transmission car gives me a greater sense of control. I can decide the shift timing myself, like slowing down before entering a corner and accelerating out of it—the smoothness is unmatched. But honestly, modern high-performance cars with automatic transmissions, like dual-clutch gearboxes, shift so fast you can barely see it with the naked eye, completing shifts in the blink of an eye. They outperform manuals in acceleration from a standstill. I've seen plenty of drag racing data where automatics shave several seconds off the 0-100 km/h time because electronic systems react in milliseconds, unlike us humans who hesitate for a split second during shifts. On twisty roads, manuals might offer more flexibility, but modern automatics also have track-tuned modes, giving them a clear overall speed advantage. Still, driving a manual is endlessly fun, but if pure speed is the goal, technologically advanced cars with automatics come out on top.

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