BBS RE-V vs Enkei TY-5 weight
Across the 5 sizes both are made in, they weigh about the same: within 0.1 lb per wheel on average.
| Size | BBS RE-V | Enkei TY-5 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18×8 | 20.9 lb (9.48 kg)ET42 | 20.1 lb (9.10 kg)ET40 | 0.8 lb TY-5 lighter |
| 18×8.5 | 21.2 lb (9.62 kg)ET38 | 21.3 lb (9.64 kg)ET38 | 0.1 lb RE-V lighter |
| 19×8 | 21.8 lb (9.89 kg)ET39 | 22.2 lb (10.09 kg)ET45 | 0.4 lb RE-V lighter |
| 19×8.5 | 22.3 lb (10.12 kg)ET43 | 23.7 lb (10.75 kg)ET38 | 1.4 lb RE-V lighter |
| 19×9.5 | 23.1 lb (10.48 kg)ET50 | 22.2 lb (10.07 kg)ET35 | 0.9 lb TY-5 lighter |
Each cell is the lightest offset made in that size. Weights are manufacturer figures unless marked as measured.
BBS RE-V
Forged, 7 sizes listed here.
Price ↗ All BBS RE-V sizesEnkei TY-5
Cast, 6 sizes listed here.
Price ↗ All Enkei TY-5 sizesIs the weight difference worth it?
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