Manual vs Automatic Transmission

GiMpY-wAnNaBe · 09-20-2004, 01:00 PM

i'm taking my drivers ed in manual currently, but taking the test in automatic, since its easier, but i love the feel of releasing the clutch and switching gears, it makes me feel cool

Blackmane · 09-20-2004, 01:07 PM

Manual is so much more fun to drive. I recommend that if anyone wants to have a true driving experience, get a manual transmission. It is the only kind of car I will ever drive now that I know how to drive one.

Crono · 09-20-2004, 01:31 PM

I feel the same as Blackmane, manual all the way.

DimHalo · 09-20-2004, 01:38 PM

I am not allowed to vote. I don't currently know how to drive a manual, but I really want to learn. I was supposed to learn back in high school but my sister got rid of her manual transmission car and got an automatic.

Dark Samurai · 09-20-2004, 02:22 PM

Though I dont know both (just auto), I'd say that manual is more exciting when not in heavy traffic, thats where auto shines...

CamFu · 09-20-2004, 02:54 PM

I've owned a Manual since I've been like 17 years old, and my parents have always owned automatics... so it isn't so much that they are more fun to drive, automatics are just meant for old people. I'm probably going to buy an auto next time I get a car. Driving isn't that much fun with two kids with you. Yep, I'm getting old.

Neo · 09-20-2004, 03:11 PM

I do live in a high-traffic area, and driving an automatic leaves you free to perform other dangerous activities like talking on a cell phone. OTH, the manual gives you more control over the car and I'm sure is more fun to drive. I would be a more capable person if I could drive a manual.