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If you hit a tree on the side of the freeway...

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illusion88

Lifer
At what speed would you have to be going in order to die instantly, assuming no seatbelt. Say a 1994 Camry, or a 2000 Nissan Quest.
 
Originally posted by: Kaervak
Are we talking real world physics or video game physics?
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mmm video games


my recommendation would be to find a car similar to those in some PC game, such as Grand Theft Auto... do a few trials running into trees, and then approximate the speed of the car when (more like if...) you die.

that should do it.
 
Originally posted by: Frosty3799
Originally posted by: Kaervak
Are we talking real world physics or video game physics?
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mmm video games


my recommendation would be to find a car similar to those in some PC game, such as Grand Theft Auto... do a few trials running into trees, and then approximate the speed of the car when (more like if...) you die.

that should do it.
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Heh - If it's video game physics I would change my answer to: you wouldn't be able to die from a tree b/c you would obviously shoot it w/ a green turtle shell before you hit it.
 
without seatbelt ur chance of dieing is quite high even at low speeds, it depends on so many factors u couldnt say a speed. It is easier to estimate a certain death speed belted....
 
I'd say an immovable object like a tree wouldn't require too much speed for death on impact... but assuming head-on... probably just under 30mph.
 
Originally posted by: Sciolist
Why is this question being asked? Do you have plans that require this information?😕
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So sad to think about it, isn't it? We know what kinds of cars his family owns... now to just get a hold of their contact information to warn them...
 
Originally posted by: rh71
I'd say an immovable object like a tree wouldn't require too much speed for death on impact... but assuming head-on... probably just under 30mph.
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I had an incursion with a telephone pole going 30-35MPH in a 1987 Sundance. I hit it dead-center of my car.
If you're right, then I'm posting this from the grave.
BTW, I walked away from the accident uninjured.

It is impossible to make a reasonable answer to this question. Let's just say try not to hit trees and poles.
 
Originally posted by: illusion88
At what speed would you have to be going in order to die instantly, assuming no seatbelt. Say a 1994 Camry, or a 2000 Nissan Quest.
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Why are you asking this question?
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Seek counseling.
 
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