Quick quiz - Why is the key to the left of the steering wheel?

[BIGJake111]

I knew that.

Now what I don't know, why are our pedals hinged to the floor while most cars are top hinged.

[jdraupp]

Originally Posted by BIGJake111

I knew that.

Now what I don't know, they are our pedals hinged to the floor while most cars are top hinged.

I know at least newer bmws are the same way. I rented an X3 for a while and it was just like the boxster. Even had the little click slot at the bottom. I like it, much more precise than a sloppy floppy pedal you get in your average minivan.

[Paul]

Originally Posted by BIGJake111

I knew that.

Now what I don't know, why are our pedals hinged to the floor while most cars are top hinged.

Early Porsches used a steel cable (some with pulleys) for the clutch and throttle. Since the motor was behind the driver, hinging the pedals from the floor simplified cable routing.

[BIGJake111]

Originally Posted by Paul

Early Porsches used a steel cable (some with pulleys) for the clutch and throttle. Since the motor was behind the driver, hinging the pedals from the floor simplified cable routing.

Makes sense... How about BMW though?