Toyota GR Corolla vs. Subaru WRX: Unexpected Drag Race Results

Drag Race Showdown: GR Corolla vs. WRX

• 🚗 The video pits the Toyota GR Corolla (300 hp, 1.6L 3-cylinder) against the Subaru WRX (271 hp, 2.4L 4-cylinder), with both cars weighing around 3,300 lbs and featuring six-speed manual transmissions and all-wheel drive.
• ⚡ Initial drag races and a rolling race reveal a surprising outcome: the Subaru WRX consistently pulls ahead of the GR Corolla, especially past 4,500-5,000 RPM, despite the Corolla's on-paper power advantage.
• 💡 Both drivers noted the GR Corolla's tendency to bog off the line and suspected an issue with the specific press car used, as past GR Corollas had performed better.

Supra Enters the Fray

• 🚀 To contrast, a final edition Toyota Supra (382 hp, straight-six turbo, RWD, automatic transmission) is brought in for a race against the WRX.
• 💥 The Supra demolishes the WRX in a drag race, showcasing a significant difference in performance class and power, achieving a sub-13-second quarter-mile at a mile above sea level.

Performance Anomalies and Closing Thoughts

• 📉 During a timed run, the GR Corolla experienced boost issues, not exceeding 13-15 PSI, leading to speculation that the car was underperforming due to a mechanical or software problem.
• 🏆 Despite the unexpected results with the GR Corolla, the Subaru WRX delivered an impressive performance, exceeding expectations against its more powerful competitor.
• 🗣️ The hosts express a desire to test another GR Corolla from Toyota to see if it can achieve better results, given the issues encountered with the press car.
• 🌟 The Supra is highlighted as an exceptionally quick car, significantly faster than both the GR Corolla and WRX, offering a fun and impressive driving experience.