Can someone explain 'Drifting' to me?

Good to see people are open to all kinds of car racing and competition...



I personally wouldn't mind drifting and trying it out some. Most Mustang owners go fast in a straight line for 8-15 seconds, and it gives a huge rush. Imagine being in front of thousands of people as you try and drive a car sideways in a controlled manner. The rush you would get from that, has to trump drag racing!

25thmustang said:

Good to see people are open to all kinds of car racing and competition...



I personally wouldn't mind drifting and trying it out some. Most Mustang owners go fast in a straight line for 8-15 seconds, and it gives a huge rush. Imagine being in front of thousands of people as you try and drive a car sideways in a controlled manner. The rush you would get from that, has to trump drag racing!

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I agree, although its not built for pure grip I'd love to try drifting. I wouldnt do it in my stang because I know I'd mess the car up, but I'd love to build a nissan 240sx or something similar/cheap to try drifting some day. I think it would be a ton of fun, I love sliding the car around and I have to admit, it is quite difficult to hold long drifts so I have a lot of respect for pro drifters. I dont see what all you guys are criticizing it for... asking the purpose is like saying "What the hell is the purpose of a burnout... all you do is melt your tires and choke on the smoke..." ITS FUN, THATS THE PURPOSE.