These speeds are from GPS, not the real telemetry
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SS2 has telemetry, here's Suninen when the limiter kicks back
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EvLh-bjX...pg&name=medium
In the past it was quite common that the highest top speeds on long on straights were achieved by Gr.N Lancers. Does that mean they had better engine than WRC cars? Of course not. They only had some 3000 RPM left between peak power and the RPM limiter.
Better gearing?
Kalle's top speed was 10-15kmh higher, but couldn't hold it as long..