In the next few months, I will be getting 5 rims, (I want my spare tire to match) either Giovanna’s or Gianelle’s. The A6 is all ready like 4K lbs anyway, so my question is; How much dose the weight of a rim effect the ride and performance of the car? I know people say " get a lighter wheel" but I like big car wheels and there usually heavier.

 

The rim should have no impact on ride, unless you opt for 19" or bigger. In that case, your lower sidewall height will mean less tire flex and a harsher ride and possibly bent rims. I wouldn't go any larger than 18" and even those are a harder ride and more prone to damage than 17".

As far as performance, I doubt adding an extra 5-10 lbs of rotational mass oneach wheel will make a great deal of difference either way to a 4000 lb car. Generally lighter is better for performance and gas mileage. But lighter may also be less strong.

Now I admit that I don't know what my OEM 17" rims weigh, but the damn things are pretty heavy to pick up with the Pirelli's mounted. My 18" Velocity RS4 replicas claim to be 26.5 lbs, but with Conti's I can't really tell the difference between them and the OEMs. I suspect that even if you add 10 lbs to each wheel with heavier rims, you can offset it by getting a skinnier girlfriend.

 

Ok, kool. I know most people go for the racer look, but I was going for like a classy business look, chrome everywhere, but at the same time I wanna be able to handle my business it I have to in a race.

Thanks

 

Its your car and everything but speaking from seeing tons of atermarket wheels on Audis of all makes and models, the chrome rarely if ever looks good. It may be personal taste but i'd be inclined to say a lot of people here agree with me.

Heavier wheels increase your unsprung weight but if you're not throwing on huge wheels that look ungodly then you shouldn't have a problem on your hands.

 

Yah chrome rims have only ever looked good on the s8, in my opinion.

 

I somewhat disagree with PPgoal, 10 Lbs at each corber are a big difference in unspring weight and you will feel it. it is not just for speed but also safety. A lighter wheel will not only help you shave a few ten's but will also handle and brake better. In addition, lighter wheels can strong, it really depends how they were built.Some forged wheels can be light and strong.
I have personally gone from 19 CK's to 19 RSGT's and they are probably 8lbs apart. Diff is very noticeable.
I agree with marko, chrome wheels are typically not a good complement to our car but it is also a matter of taste.

 

I think it all depends on which style of chrome wheels your looking for.

 

If you have enough power at the wheels, should the weight of the wheels even matter?

 

I have a set of 19 inch Gianelle Spezia 5'sand I have been getting compliments left and right. They do however have a bit of a harsh ride, and although they do feel bit 'heavy' the bitch still takes off at the line

 

Audiudo, I like that....do your rims have a lip?