What is better driving an automatic or a manual car and why?

[Anonymous]

[ChrisMaster69]

A sports Auto such as ZF 8AT, DSG or Steptronic

a normal auto is boring as fuck

A manual is incredibly easy to drive

A good Sports auto box gives a good all round driving experience

you can leave in plain old auto, go to sports with faster shifting or drive using the shifter pushing fwd n back to change gears or the steering wheel paddles.

oh and Sports Auto version of cars where there is a manual version are invariable ‘faster’ and give better MPG.

[Asker]

Fair enough!

[Darklydarkened]

Any car feels better with a manual because of the interaction you have with engine and transmission.

[Asker]

I want to drive a manual but I've been driving an automatic but not as much because of my parents, as they have an automatic car. However, I have always wanted to drive a manual because of changing the gears as well.

[Darklydarkened]

To be frank, if you're gonna drive a low-end car or one that doens't have an aggressive character, it doesn't worth it.

[Asker]

As in which type of car?

[Darklydarkened]

Don't know, it's practically pointless to drive a manual Prius

[Asker]

Thanks for letting me know!

[whereismyjohnny]

I like (and only have driven) a manual. I don't see automatic cars appealing, so I don't really want to try driving them either. I really love driving and like actually ''doing'' something like changing gears, etc 😅

But I can see why some people prefer automatic cars.

[Asker]

I want to drive a manual but I've been driving an automatic but not as much because of my parents, as they have an automatic car. However, I have always wanted to drive a manual because of changing the gears as well.

[Asker]

Do you think I could still learn manual? Will I need to start driving from scratch?

[whereismyjohnny]

Oh, I don't really know about that 😅 People I know, usually switched manuals for automatics, so I really don't know anything about how would it be from automatic to manual. I suppose a bit more complicated? I mean, you will have to learn how to control the clutch and change gears. It takes time till you get used to clutch (God, when I remember my first driving classes 😅)

Do you have anyone among friends/family who drives it, so they can show you a little? Like going on an empty parking lot if there is any near you. Just so you get the feel. The safest option is driving school tho. I don't know how are the rules in your country, but here where I live people who have an automatic license can't drive manual. They have to take classes for manual and pass the driving test (just driving, not theory).

I hope I helped you a bit, and I wish you a good luck! 😊

[Asker]

I live in Australia and there are these things called Learner's Permits and I am on them at the moment. However, I have no one to take me, so I am considering saving up and maybe paying for a driving instructor, otherwise I'm not sure where to go from here.

[whereismyjohnny]

Yeah, that's the best way. The instructor will teach you better than anyone.

Good luck! 😊

[Asker]

Thank you so much! <3

[whereismyjohnny]

No problem 🥰

[Asker]

<3 <3 <3

[Anonymous]

A manual gives you more control, less gas consumption, cheaper gear box repairs, but it's more work. I think it's more fun.
An automatic is the opposite, but it has it's benefits for old people, arthritis, and long straight boring roads.

[Asker]

100% agree with you on that one!

[MarkRet]

An automatic is much easier. In America, just about EVERY car is automatic.

A manual has a simpler transmission, so there are fewer parts that could wear out or go wrong. You're less likely to get car-jacked, since most car-jackers are dumbasses that don't know how to drive a manual.

[Asker]

Yeah an automatic is fairly simple to drive to be honest.

[SnakeBoop]

whatever suits. I've only driven manual, so I can't exactly compare, but I enjoy actually changing the gears

[Asker]

I want to drive a manual but I've been driving an automatic but not as much because of my parents, as they have an automatic car. However, I have always wanted to drive a manual because of changing the gears as well.

[DavidRaul]

I have driven both. I preferred a manual and now own an automatic. Things changed when i drove a Volkswagen gt automatic taking me to 100kmph in just 6 secs. Gave me chills. Also i prefer a paddel shifter over a stick

[Asker]

It’s good to have experience with both to be honest.

[DavidRaul]

True

[Asker]

Yes! Very true indeed!

[Astarlessnightsky]

Automatic is easier, as you have one thing less to worry about, but you will only be able to drive automatic.

Manual is more fuel efficient, and once you mastered it, you can drive any car

[Asker]

That's exactly why I want to master the manual.

[Tyrael]

Manual for sure. You get better control, they're less likely to suffer a malfunction, and they don't cost thousands of pounds to fix if something does go wrong.

[Asker]

I want to drive a manual but I've been driving an automatic but not as much because of my parents, as they have an automatic car. However, I have always wanted to drive a manual because of changing the gears as well.

[exitseven]

It had better gas mileage and I think it gives you more control over the vehicle. Also a manual is much more dependable and if something goes wrong with is it does not cost thousands to have it fixed.

[Asker]

I agree with you 100%!

[BCA6010]

Automatic for casual, manual for fun.

Strictly manual cars are becoming harder to find.

[Asker]

Very true. It’s a shame.

[Adam1978]

I don't know, I only driven manual, but I assume it's an habit, automatic is easier.

[Asker]

Very true.

[dustybiker]

Manual. Control. Less boring. Saves gas. Cheaper to fix. More fun.

[Asker]

Thank you! What a very logical response!

[dustybiker]

You are welcome. I think it’s good to at least learn how to drive manual (if you don’t). Never know when you might need it.

[Asker]

Exactly right! If you can drive manual, you can drive automatic too!

[dustybiker]

Very true.

[Asker]

Yes, indeed!

[Stoner710]

Other then not having to shift gears your self there not much difference

[Asker]

Fair enough.

[Redstang88]

Both have pros and cons
But for a daily driver sitting in traffic for an hour a day I prefer an auto

[Asker]

Fair enough.

[HaveNoName]

If you like driving for the sake of enjoying it, the real joy and control comes from stick shift / manual.

[Asker]

Yes! I feel as though once I drive, I will definitely enjoy the manual.

[Andres77]

Manual.
Because the thugs of today don't know how to drive a standard.
I think our insurance costs should be so low.

[Asker]

Yes! I agree!

[JustinTheGreat]

I’ve never driven a manual car tbh
I just don’t care to learn how

[Asker]

Fair enough.

[itsalyssaagain]

Automatic. Who’s got time to be changing gears lol.

[Asker]

Hahahaha fair enough!

[one1wild00]

For city or mountainous driving Automatic, For country or bad road conditions including pulling a trailer then a manual trans is better for driving

[Asker]

Fair enough.

[Anonymous]

Driving a stick is fun but automatic is definitely easier.

[Asker]

Very true haha!

[OfDeath]

Driving an auto is more comfortable, but if you can't drive a manual, you can't drive in my opinion.

[Asker]

Fair enough.

[kellytheman]

Automatic pretty much the norm but manual was harder your arm get tired from shifting

[Asker]

Very true!

[Luckycharms12]

Manual normally last for longer automatic have get them fairly new.

[Asker]

Does this apply to cars/vehicles in Australia too?

[Ringstretch]

I drive a manual but do enjoy an automatic at times

[Asker]

Nice!

[WhitneySnow]

Automatic. Easier to drive.

[Asker]

Okay, fair enough!

[kinggeorge007]

Auto for city, Manual for outstation

[Asker]

Nice!

[Likes2drive]

More fun to drive a manual but sucks in traffic

[Asker]

Yeah, I've heard about that.

[zagor]

Harder to hold your beer while driving manual.

[Asker]

Shouldn't hold a beer hahahahaha!

[OfDeath]

That's what the cup holders are for

[Asker]

@OfDeath Keep them in the cup holder then hahaha.

[Asker]

@OfDeath Hahahaha you're right.

[Pudsmucker]

Manual you have better control over your vehicle.

[Asker]

Very true!

[Wise4myage]

Automatic is less stressful and easier.

[Asker]

Fair enough!

[lofii]

Get both if you can afford it

[Asker]

True!

[CuriousMufuxka]

Auto.

[Asker]

Fair enough.