Tell that to Porsche who thinks 85mph is a reasonable top end for 2nd gear. Even a Miata will hit ~60 in 2nd. Given the low end for 6th is around 35mph, 2-6 is

Tell that to Porsche who thinks 85mph is a reasonable top end for 2nd gear. Even a Miata will hit ~60 in 2nd. Given the low end for 6th is around 35mph, 2-6 is plenty doable without going anywhere near redline.