T3 vs F5 vs B-Spec pace at World Wide Technology Raceway
Quickest here:T3 1:09.398 Michael Pettiford, ADS 2020 race · F5 1:03.744 James Weida, ADS 2020 qualifying · B-Spec 1:14.914 Frank Schwartz, ADS 2020 qualifying
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ADS 2020 ADS202020-05-29
1:09.507Michael Pettiford · only car
1:09.398Michael Pettiford · only car
129.7Michael Pettiford
1:03.744James Weida · fastest of 6 · top 5 within 26.4s
1:04.582James Weida · fastest of 6 · top 5 within 4.1s
128.0James Weida
-4.816squal -5.763s
93.1%qual 91.7%
1:14.914Frank Schwartz · fastest of 6 · top 5 within 1.0s
1:15.062Chris Taylor · fastest of 6 · top 5 within 0.8s
112.4Frank Schwartz
+5.664squal +5.407s
108.2%qual 107.8%
73 earlier rule changes on record, in force before ADS 2020 (from 2019)22 cars added · 7 suspension & brakes · 6 weight · 4 induction · 4 tyres & wheels · 2 aero · 25 wording · 3 other · B-Spec Chevrolet Sonic 5dr Hatch and 4dr Sedan allow Setrab transmission cooler for automatic-equipped cars. · B-Spec: multiple models allow specific suspension kits and damper assemblies. · B-Spec sunroof retention wording removed, simplifying rules. · B-Spec Ford Fiesta 5dr gets 36mm restrictor, 4dr gets 34mm, Honda Fit 09-12 loses 25 lbs to 2525, Fit 15-20 restrictor reduced 32mm to 30mm, Mini Cooper 07-10 gets 40mm restrictor. · T3 Ford Mustang EcoBoost and V6 sway bars allowed up to 35mm front, 25mm rear. · T3 BMW Z3 M & Coupe 1998-1999 weight reduced from 3350 to 3150 lbs. · B-Spec Sonic extended to 2019, Fiat 500 limited to 2015, Fiesta models extended to 2019, Fit expanded to 2015-2019. · B-Spec Mini Cooper R50, R55, R58, R60, R61 models newly classified at 2545–2625 lbs with 40mm restrictor for 12+ models. · B-Spec fog lamps must now be removed and holes completely covered, reversing prior allowance. · B-Spec Chevrolet Sonic 4dr Sedan (12-19) added at 2650 lbs with 32mm flat plate restrictor. · T3 05-10 V8 Mustang allowed parts clarified: strut tower brace, radiator, springs to 500 lbs/in front and 300 lbs/in rear, sway bars, damper kit. · T3 Ford Mustang Coupe GT & Shelby GT 4.6L 05-10 adds permitted final drive ratios: 3.31, 3.55 or 3.73. · B-Spec now permits automatic and CVT transmissions on all legal cars meeting spec line. · B-Spec automatic transmissions may use auxiliary coolers on case-by-case basis with part number approval. · BMW 330i 2006-2012 added to T3 with 2996cc engine, 3200 lbs minimum weight. · Pontiac Solstice GXP and Saturn Sky move from T2 to T3; wheels widen to 18 x 9.5 inches, Sky weight drops to 3200 lbs. · Mazda RX-8 Base/R3/Sport/GT (04-12) classified in T3 effective 2020-02-01. · T3 adds 2017 Ford Fiesta ST, 1596cc, 2600 lbs minimum weight, 245 max tire, 17x9 wheels. · Toyota Yaris Sedan 2007- added to B-Spec at 2400 lbs with 1491cc engine. · B-Spec adds 2011-2016 Ford Fiesta 4dr Sedan, 1596cc, 2495 lbs minimum weight. · B-Spec Kia Rio 5-door/LX years expanded to 2012-2019. · B-Spec Mazda2 (10-14) allows specific suspension, intake, exhaust, and bushing parts; removes air duct Mz26-117-33100. · F500 Honda CBR600RR, Suzuki GSXR600, Yamaha R6 restrictor reduced from 29mm to 28mm Flat Plate Intake. · T2 requires onboard fire system; T3 and T4 may have one per GCR 9.3. · T3 Ford Mustang EcoBoost 2015- gains three transmission gear ratio options. · T3 Nissan 350Z and 370Z HR engines: restrictor plate enlarged from 37mm to 42mm, weight increased 50-100 lbs. · T3 Mazda MX-5 Global Cup Miata (2016-) tires now 215/610 R17 BF Goodrich G-Force Slick or wet; removes touring tire requirement. · T3 05-10 Mustang GT 4.6L suspension upgrades allowed: tower braces, radiator, 500/300 lbs/in springs, sway bars, dampers, control arms, shocks, driveshaft. · T3 BMW SpecE46 updates to SpecE46 rules Version 2.6 to 2.7, tire width to 225 maximum. · T3 Subaru WRX 02-05 minimum weight drops 100 lbs to 3250. · Mazda RX-8 Base/R3 (04-12) reclassified in T3 and T4 to include Sport and GT variants. · Toyota 86 GT (2017-) added to T3 and T4 Spec Line. · B-Spec Mini Cooper production years corrected to 2011-13. · T3 Scion FR-S/Toyota 86 and Subaru BRZ year range extended from 13-17 to 13-20. · B-Spec Mazda 2, Fiat 500, 2007-10 Mini Cooper permitted to replace primary cat/exhaust manifold with approved header. · B-Spec removes year-specific eligibility and twelve-year competition window wording. · B-Spec Honda Fit model year expanded to include 2013, now covers 2009–2013. · T3 Mazda NC MX-5 gains two alternate six-speed and one five-speed transmission gear ratio option. · F500 Honda CBR600RR, Suzuki GSXR600, and Yamaha R6 (03-13) minimum weight increases from 875 to 900 lbs. · T2-T4 spare tire/wheel rules clarified: removable covers can be removed with hardware and bracketry. · T3 Mk7 GTI gains R32 brake package, 4-piston Stoptech kit to 355mm, and ECS street shield allowance. · B-Spec 2007-10 Mini Cooper gains OBX header part #10-2101-2S as permitted E&O. · T3 BMW E36 M3 96-00 allows alternate sway bars, 35mm front and 27mm rear. · 09-12 Porsche Cayman newly classified in T3 at 3150 lbs with 2900cc engine. · T3 Chevrolet Camaro LT-I4 Turbo 1LE (2019-) classified with 1998 cc engine, 3450 lbs minimum weight, 245 max tire size. · T3 Honda Civic Si 2017- minimum weight reduced 100 lbs, to 2900. · Honda Civic Si 2017+ with alternate cage classified in T3 at 3075 lbs minimum weight. · T3 classifies 2014-2017 Volkswagen GTI with 35 mm turbo inlet restrictor, 3080 lbs DSG, 3050 lbs standard. · BMW E36 M3 (96-00) BMWCCA I Sport newly classified in T3 at 3100 lbs minimum weight. · B-Spec added to GCR 9.3.26 fuel cell exception list; stock fuel tank permitted. · T1-LP Ford Mustang GT 5.0L 2018+ classified at 3400 lbs with 65mm flat plate restrictor. · T3 Subaru WRX (2015-) classified at 3275 lbs with 35mm turbo inlet restrictor required. · T4 Mazda MX-5 Club (06-15) and (2016-), T3 MX-5 Cup and Miata (2016-) hardtop rules clarified; wording changes to permitted parts and specifications. · T3 Mazda MX-5 NC 06-15 wheel width increases from 17x7 to 17x8. · T3 Mazda MX-5 NC 06-15 now allows any aftermarket header. · T3 Saturn Sky intercooler tolerance increases from 32mm to 35mm TIR; new calipers and springs permitted. · T2, T3, T4 now allow any thermostat serving only OE intent, previously restricted. · T3 Subaru Legacy GT/Spec B 05-09 newly classified with 2457cc, 18×9 wheels, 245 tires, 3300 lbs. · T3 and T4 Mazda MX-5 Miata eligibility capped at 2018 model year, effective 2019-03-01. · T3 Mazda Mazdaspeed3 07-09 front brake disc increases to 320mm vented, rear to 300mm solid. · Canadian Nissan Micra Cup Car classified in B-Spec at 2450 lbs with 1598cc engine, Micra Cup suspension kit allowed. · Toyota Yaris (12-18) newly classified in B-Spec with 1491cc engine, 2400 lbs minimum weight, specified suspension and intake allowed. · B-Spec exhaust system wording clarified: OEM or exact replacement catalysts permitted, stock oxygen sensors required, primary converter unmodified. · T4 Ford Fiesta ST years corrected to 14-; T4 Fiat 124/Abarth Edition years added 16-18; battery rule clarified. · T3 BMW SpecE46 rules reference updated from Appendix N to Version 2.6 Effective Jan 1, 2019. · T3 Nissan 350Z Track/Touring/Standard/Nismo 03-08 permitted to use Nissan brake kit part number 41000-BRKIT. · T1-T3 spec cars receive clarifications on permitted modifications, documentation requirements, and rule conformance; no performance changes. · T2-T4 subframe bushings may now be replaced with non-spherical bushings of any material. · T3 field loses 50 lbs across 27 cars including Acura TL, BMW 335i, Camaro, Mustang, Miata, RX-8, 370Z, WRX. · T3 Ford Mustang EcoBoost gains Ford Motorsports or Brembo brake kit options, +100 lb. · T3 FR-S/86 and BRZ: wheels to 17x9, tires to 255, weight to 2750 lbs. · T3 BMW SpecE46 now permits any DOT tire up to 225 width as alternate to spec tire.showhide
B-Spec Transmission cooler for automatic equipped cars #28171otherotherB-Spec Chevrolet Sonic 5dr Hatch and 4dr Sedan allow Setrab transmission cooler for automatic-equipped cars.
B-Spec Spring Update for all models #28384suspension & brakessuspension & brakesB-Spec: multiple models allow specific suspension kits and damper assemblies.
B-Spec B-Spec Balance of Performance based on 2018 and 2019 seasons #28394induction -25 lbsslowerB-Spec Ford Fiesta 5dr gets 36mm restrictor, 4dr gets 34mm, Honda Fit 09-12 loses 25 lbs to 2525, Fit 15-20 restrictor reduced 32mm to 30mm, Mini Cooper 07-10 gets 40mm restrictor.
T3 2015 + Ford EcoBoost Mustang Sway Bars #28398suspension & brakessuspension & brakesT3 Ford Mustang EcoBoost and V6 sway bars allowed up to 35mm front, 25mm rear.
T3 Z3M Roadster Weight #28437weightfasterT3 BMW Z3 M & Coupe 1998-1999 weight reduced from 3350 to 3150 lbs.
B-Spec Request for Model Years Updating #27850wordingwordingB-Spec Sonic extended to 2019, Fiat 500 limited to 2015, Fiesta models extended to 2019, Fit expanded to 2015-2019.
B-Spec Request to classify Min Cooper models #27861cars addedcars addedB-Spec Mini Cooper R50, R55, R58, R60, R61 models newly classified at 2545–2625 lbs with 40mm restrictor for 12+ models.
B-Spec remove fog lights #27947wordingwordingB-Spec fog lamps must now be removed and holes completely covered, reversing prior allowance.
B-Spec add sonic sedan #27948cars addedcars addedB-Spec Chevrolet Sonic 4dr Sedan (12-19) added at 2650 lbs with 32mm flat plate restrictor.
T3 Clarify 05-10 V8 Mustang Spring Rates Wording/Adjust Restrictor #28238wordingwordingT3 05-10 V8 Mustang allowed parts clarified: strut tower brace, radiator, springs to 500 lbs/in front and 300 lbs/in rear, sway bars, damper kit.
T3 Correct Touring 3 05-10 Mustang final drive #28288wordingwordingT3 Ford Mustang Coupe GT & Shelby GT 4.6L 05-10 adds permitted final drive ratios: 3.31, 3.55 or 3.73.
B-Spec Request for Automatic Transmission Inclusion #27686wordingwordingB-Spec now permits automatic and CVT transmissions on all legal cars meeting spec line.
B-Spec Request to Add Transmission Coolers to Automatics #27687otherotherB-Spec automatic transmissions may use auxiliary coolers on case-by-case basis with part number approval.
T3 2006 BMW E90 330i Sedan Classification #26663cars addedcars addedBMW 330i 2006-2012 added to T3 with 2996cc engine, 3200 lbs minimum weight.
T3 Please Switch the Solstice GXP as Specified in T2, to T3 #27413cars added -50 lbsfasterPontiac Solstice GXP and Saturn Sky move from T2 to T3; wheels widen to 18 x 9.5 inches, Sky weight drops to 3200 lbs.
T3 Request to Classify all Mazda RX8 Models in T3/T4 #27606cars addedcars addedMazda RX-8 Base/R3/Sport/GT (04-12) classified in T3 effective 2020-02-01.
T3 Request for 2005 Subaru STI Changes #27658tyres & wheels +50 lbs
T3 Request to Classify 2017 Ford Fiesta ST #27700cars addedcars addedT3 adds 2017 Ford Fiesta ST, 1596cc, 2600 lbs minimum weight, 245 max tire, 17x9 wheels.
B-Spec Add Yaris Sedan #26797cars addedcars addedToyota Yaris Sedan 2007- added to B-Spec at 2400 lbs with 1491cc engine.
B-Spec Add 2011-2016 Fiesta Sedan #26798cars addedcars addedB-Spec adds 2011-2016 Ford Fiesta 4dr Sedan, 1596cc, 2495 lbs minimum weight.
B-Spec add 2015-2019 Kia Rio #26799cars addedcars addedB-Spec Kia Rio 5-door/LX years expanded to 2012-2019.
B-Spec Error and Omissions #27858suspension & brakessuspension & brakesB-Spec Mazda2 (10-14) allows specific suspension, intake, exhaust, and bushing parts; removes air duct Mz26-117-33100.
T3 Clarification of On-Board Fire System for T2 #27183wordingwordingT2 requires onboard fire system; T3 and T4 may have one per GCR 9.3.
T3 Mustang Ecoboost and GT Transmission #27439otherunclearT3 Ford Mustang EcoBoost 2015- gains three transmission gear ratio options.
T3 Nissan 350Z HR Engine Restrictor Plate/Minimum Weight #27442induction +50 lbsslowerT3 Nissan 350Z and 370Z HR engines: restrictor plate enlarged from 37mm to 42mm, weight increased 50-100 lbs.
T3 Request help for the GMX5 #27572tyres & wheelstyres & wheelsT3 Mazda MX-5 Global Cup Miata (2016-) tires now 215/610 R17 BF Goodrich G-Force Slick or wet; removes touring tire requirement.
T3 Request for 05-10 Mustang GT Suspension Upgrades #27777suspension & brakesfasterT3 05-10 Mustang GT 4.6L suspension upgrades allowed: tower braces, radiator, 500/300 lbs/in springs, sway bars, dampers, control arms, shocks, driveshaft.
T3 Please Update the BMW SpecE46 Rules #27781wordingwordingT3 BMW SpecE46 updates to SpecE46 rules Version 2.6 to 2.7, tire width to 225 maximum.
T3 Request for 02-03 WRX Spec Line Parts #27864weight -100 lbsfasterT3 Subaru WRX 02-05 minimum weight drops 100 lbs to 3250.
T3 T4 RX8 Classification Error #27902wordingwordingMazda RX-8 Base/R3 (04-12) reclassified in T3 and T4 to include Sport and GT variants.
T3 Request to add Toyota 86 GT to Spec Line #27910cars addedcars addedToyota 86 GT (2017-) added to T3 and T4 Spec Line.
B-Spec Request for Correction of Production Years for Mini Cooper #27226wordingwordingB-Spec Mini Cooper production years corrected to 2011-13.
T3 Request to add 2018 Subaru BRZ in T3 #27253cars addedcars addedT3 Scion FR-S/Toyota 86 and Subaru BRZ year range extended from 13-17 to 13-20.
B-Spec Request for Corrections to 9.1.10 E Item #27 D and E #27224inductionfasterB-Spec Mazda 2, Fiat 500, 2007-10 Mini Cooper permitted to replace primary cat/exhaust manifold with approved header.
B-Spec Remove wording in the B-spec rules #27388wordingwordingB-Spec removes year-specific eligibility and twelve-year competition window wording.
B-Spec Request to add 2013 Honda Fit model year #27491cars addedcars addedB-Spec Honda Fit model year expanded to include 2013, now covers 2009–2013.
T3 Request Mazda NC MX-5 alternate transmission gear ratios #27155wordingwordingT3 Mazda NC MX-5 gains two alternate six-speed and one five-speed transmission gear ratio option.
F5 Request for Weight Increase for Motorcycle Powered Cars #27214weight +25 lbsslowerF500 Honda CBR600RR, Suzuki GSXR600, and Yamaha R6 (03-13) minimum weight increases from 875 to 900 lbs.
T3 Request spare tire/wheel clarification #27012wordingwordingT2-T4 spare tire/wheel rules clarified: removable covers can be removed with hardware and bracketry.
T3 Request guidance for 2014-2017 MK7 Volkswagen GTI #26866wordingwordingT3 Mk7 GTI gains R32 brake package, 4-piston Stoptech kit to 355mm, and ECS street shield allowance.
B-Spec Request to allow OBX Header for 2007-10 Mini Cooper #26977wordingwordingB-Spec 2007-10 Mini Cooper gains OBX header part #10-2101-2S as permitted E&O.
T3 Request BMW e36 M3 sway bar and links #26885suspension & brakessuspension & brakesT3 BMW E36 M3 96-00 allows alternate sway bars, 35mm front and 27mm rear.
T3 Request to properly class base Porsche Cayman #26276cars addedcars added09-12 Porsche Cayman newly classified in T3 at 3150 lbs with 2900cc engine.
T3 Request to classify a 2019 Chevrolet Camaro LT-I4 Turbo 1LE #25731cars addedcars addedT3 Chevrolet Camaro LT-I4 Turbo 1LE (2019-) classified with 1998 cc engine, 3450 lbs minimum weight, 245 max tire size.
T3 T3 Civic Si weight change #26294weightfasterT3 Honda Civic Si 2017- minimum weight reduced 100 lbs, to 2900.
T3 Class Civic Si 2017+ w/ alternate cage #26449cars addedcars addedHonda Civic Si 2017+ with alternate cage classified in T3 at 3075 lbs minimum weight.
T3 Classify 2014-2017 MK7 Volkswagen GTI for T3 #26695cars addedcars addedT3 classifies 2014-2017 Volkswagen GTI with 35 mm turbo inlet restrictor, 3080 lbs DSG, 3050 lbs standard.
T3 Request to allow E36 M3 in T3 prepared to BMWCCA I sport #25195cars addedcars addedBMW E36 M3 (96-00) BMWCCA I Sport newly classified in T3 at 3100 lbs minimum weight.
B-Spec Request to add B-Spec to GCR 9.3.26 fuel cell #26132wordingwordingB-Spec added to GCR 9.3.26 fuel cell exception list; stock fuel tank permitted.
T3 Request Mustang GT Limited Prep 2018 Classification #24431cars addedcars addedT1-LP Ford Mustang GT 5.0L 2018+ classified at 3400 lbs with 65mm flat plate restrictor.
T3 Classify 2015+ WRX #25832cars addedcars addedT3 Subaru WRX (2015-) classified at 3275 lbs with 35mm turbo inlet restrictor required.
T3 Correct Mazda MX-5 Hard Top Notes #26137wordingwordingT4 Mazda MX-5 Club (06-15) and (2016-), T3 MX-5 Cup and Miata (2016-) hardtop rules clarified; wording changes to permitted parts and specifications.
T3 Request to allow T3 06-15 Miata 17x8 wheels #26161tyres & wheelsfasterT3 Mazda MX-5 NC 06-15 wheel width increases from 17x7 to 17x8.
T3 Request T3 06-15 Miata header #26162aerofasterT3 Mazda MX-5 NC 06-15 now allows any aftermarket header.
T3 Request Pontiac GXP same allowances to Saturn Sky #26175aerofasterT3 Saturn Sky intercooler tolerance increases from 32mm to 35mm TIR; new calipers and springs permitted.
T3 Consider opening class rules to allow any thermostat #26187wordingwordingT2, T3, T4 now allow any thermostat serving only OE intent, previously restricted.
T3 2005-2009 Legacy GT/Spec B #26384cars addedcars addedT3 Subaru Legacy GT/Spec B 05-09 newly classified with 2457cc, 18×9 wheels, 245 tires, 3300 lbs.
T3 Cap 2016 Mazda Miata year at 2018 #26388wordingwordingT3 and T4 Mazda MX-5 Miata eligibility capped at 2018 model year, effective 2019-03-01.
T3 Request correction on brake sizes #26170wordingwordingT3 Mazda Mazdaspeed3 07-09 front brake disc increases to 320mm vented, rear to 300mm solid.
B-Spec Request to classify Canadian Nissan Micra Cup cars #25216cars addedcars addedCanadian Nissan Micra Cup Car classified in B-Spec at 2450 lbs with 1598cc engine, Micra Cup suspension kit allowed.
B-Spec Request updated Toyota Yaris Spec Lines #25483cars addedcars addedToyota Yaris (12-18) newly classified in B-Spec with 1491cc engine, 2400 lbs minimum weight, specified suspension and intake allowed.
B-Spec Update wording of exhaust #26022wordingwordingB-Spec exhaust system wording clarified: OEM or exact replacement catalysts permitted, stock oxygen sensors required, primary converter unmodified.
T3 Errors, Omissions, and Updates (Various) #22414wordingwordingT4 Ford Fiesta ST years corrected to 14-; T4 Fiat 124/Abarth Edition years added 16-18; battery rule clarified.
T3 Request to update SpecE46 Appendix N. with 2019 Rules #25722wordingwordingT3 BMW SpecE46 rules reference updated from Appendix N to Version 2.6 Effective Jan 1, 2019.
T3 Request Alternative Nissan Brake Parts - 350Z #25747suspension & brakessuspension & brakesT3 Nissan 350Z Track/Touring/Standard/Nismo 03-08 permitted to use Nissan brake kit part number 41000-BRKIT.
T3 Add Clarification to Spec Car Classifications Vehicle Spec #25774wordingwordingT1-T3 spec cars receive clarifications on permitted modifications, documentation requirements, and rule conformance; no performance changes.
T3 Clarify Subframe Bushings Permitted for T2-T4 #25800wordingwordingT2-T4 subframe bushings may now be replaced with non-spherical bushings of any material.
T3 Additional weight adjustments for T3 cars T3 weight loss #25803weightfasterT3 field loses 50 lbs across 27 cars including Acura TL, BMW 335i, Camaro, Mustang, Miata, RX-8, 370Z, WRX.
T3 Request for Alternate EcoBoost Mustang Brakes #25813suspension & brakesslowerT3 Ford Mustang EcoBoost gains Ford Motorsports or Brembo brake kit options, +100 lb.
T3 Request to Add the FR-S/86 and BRZ Spec Lines to T3 #25888weightfasterT3 FR-S/86 and BRZ: wheels to 17x9, tires to 255, weight to 2750 lbs.
T3 Request to Clarify BMW SpecE46 Tire Verbiage #26027tyres & wheelstyres & wheelsT3 BMW SpecE46 now permits any DOT tire up to 225 width as alternate to spec tire.
Best is the class's fastest lap in that event's qualifying or race sessions, with the driver who set it, how many cars set a time that session and how close the top five were; a best from fewer than three cars is greyed. With two or more classes, "vs" is the gap of each class's best to the first class's at the same event. "% of T3" is the class's best as a share of T3's best at the same event (100% is level, less is quicker): weather and track condition move every class together, so this compares across years where the raw times do not. It still breaks when T3's own field changes or one session was wet and another dry. Newest event first. The coloured figure under each value is the change from the previous event that has one (green is quicker, red slower). Whole laps only, so events with different sector layouts still compare. Weather and track condition are not accounted for.