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Originally Posted by ausgeflippt951
Ok, so for those of us who don't have fancy things like PSM, PASM, TC, SC, ABS, etc...
The difference between PASM and PSM is...:
- PSM has yaw control and ensures the car doesn't spin or lose control. Souped-up (and much smarter) version of traction control.
- PASM is the variable/dynamic shock absorber technology which softens and stiffens the ride depending on the road conditions.
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Bingo.
AFAIK PSM comes standard on all newer Porsches???
PASM, however, is definately an option. PASM is a simple two way electronically controlled suspension system with Normal and Sport operating settings. Sport mode adjusts ride height (~30mm lower IIRC) and stiffens the ride.
If you're planning to buy a car which will occasionally see track duty I'd get PASM. If you're buying a car and eventually plan to swap suspension don't waste your money. As far as buying something that will break I've never heard of maintenance issues or anyone complain about it....other than CanAm who wishes he had it back
Interesting thread we have here though...I wonder how many instructors/students/drivers don't know the difference between PSM and PASM and inadvertently turn PSM off when they think they have PASM in Sport
