Driver wins , not car. But in SM, with drivers being equal, the IRL isn't real competitive.
DS - the IRL Comp is a dark horse that has every chance of winning at nationals (at least before the new Cobalt hit the scene, LOL) with the right shocks and driver. I'm not on a national level yet, but this car freaks people out when they've driven or ridden with me and then they see the current DS PAX factor, LMAO!
I think it's a SERIOUSLY underestimated car in STX, too. That's where I'll be headed next season.
I mod to class, 'cuz I autocross a lot and trophies matter to me. If what you want to do to the car is more important to you than autocorss (like most people, lol), just land where you land, ahve a ton of fun, and don't worry about winning.
FunkyStickMan - I'm on 245/40/17 Hoosiers in DS, they rub a tad but they're fine. With a not-drsastic drop (I'm looking at Eiback Pro Kit) in STX, 245/40/17's or 245/45/16's (lighter) should be just fine. 245/35/18's should be okay as well in theory. If somebody made a 245/35/17 (not likely, lol) I'd be all over it for STX!