One of the most common debates we see raging on high-end sportscar forums today is carbon ceramic vs. iron brake discs for road and track cars. This debate has been playing itself out over many months and years, with proponents on both sides of the argument fiercely defending their viewpoint. Since carbon ceramic discs are typically an $8,000+ option, the financial stakes are high, thus dictating that the emotions attached to the iron vs. carbon ceramic decision run hot as well. To put it simply, nobody wants to be the guy who made a five-figure mistake!
The purpose of this article is to first explain the differences between the three main types of brake discs on the market today. After examining the technical differences and limitations of each disc type, we will then consider what you can do to ensure that you have the brake system on your road and track car that best matches your intended usage.
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