Fanatec CSL DD (5 Nm) FullForce vs Fanatec CSL DD (8 Nm) FullForce
The CSL DD (8 Nm) FullForce produces 8 Nm against the CSL DD (5 Nm) FullForce's 5 Nm, 1.6 times the force at the rim. The CSL DD (5 Nm) FullForce costs $80 less than the CSL DD (8 Nm) FullForce. Every other figure published for both is the same.
What separates them
- Price$399.99vs$479.99
The CSL DD (5 Nm) FullForce costs $80 less than the CSL DD (8 Nm) FullForce.
- Torque5 Nm peakvs8 Nm peak
The CSL DD (8 Nm) FullForce produces 8 Nm against the CSL DD (5 Nm) FullForce's 5 Nm, 1.6 times the force at the rim.
Specs side by side
| Fanatec CSL DD (5 Nm) FullForce | Fanatec CSL DD (8 Nm) FullForce | |
|---|---|---|
| Where they differ | ||
| Price | $399.99 | $479.99 |
| Torque | 5 Nm peak | 8 Nm peak |
| Same figure on both | ||
| Drive system | direct-driveboth | |
| Quick release | QR2both | |
| Mounting | T-nut rail system on sides and bottomboth | |
| Rim in the box | Noboth | |
| Pedals in the box | Noboth | |
| Weight | 6.85kgboth | |
| Platforms | PCXbox Series X|Sboth | |
| Not published by either | input voltage | |
Fanatec CSL DD (5 Nm) FullForce: pros, cons, and who it suits
Pros
- Costs $80 less than the CSL DD (8 Nm) FullForce.
Cons
- Produces 5 Nm where the CSL DD (8 Nm) FullForce produces 8 Nm, a shortfall of 3.0 Nm, or 63% of its peak force.
Who it suits
At 5 Nm this sits in the lowest torque band the database holds, under 6 Nm, and in the $300 to $600 price band.
Fanatec CSL DD (8 Nm) FullForce: pros, cons, and who it suits
Pros
- Produces 8 Nm against the CSL DD (5 Nm) FullForce's 5 Nm, which is 1.6 times the peak force at the rim.
- Better force per dollar: 16.7 Nm per $1,000 against 12.5.
Cons
- Costs $80 more than the CSL DD (5 Nm) FullForce.
Who it suits
At 8 Nm this sits in the middle torque band of the database, between 6 and 12 Nm, and in the $300 to $600 price band.
Which should you choose?
On budget alone, the CSL DD (5 Nm) FullForce is the cheaper of the two at $399.99, against $479.99 for the CSL DD (8 Nm) FullForce.
On force, the CSL DD (8 Nm) FullForce is the stronger unit at 8 Nm. Peak torque is the most the motor can produce. You set the level you drive at below it.
What changed from the CSL DD (5 Nm) FullForce to the CSL DD (8 Nm) FullForce
Both are Fanatec wheelbases, so this is a step within one range rather than a cross-brand choice.
- Peak torque moves from 5 Nm to 8 Nm, a change of 3.0 Nm.
- List price moves from $399.99 to $479.99, a difference of $80.
Where to buy
Full CSL DD (5 Nm) FullForce specs · Full CSL DD (8 Nm) FullForce specs
Every spec on this page was read from the manufacturer's own published documentation.