Originally Posted by
flyallnite
Originally Posted by
Herkflyr
No one is claiming that the 321 or anything else can equal the 757 in all performance realms.
Except, yes, some are. And let's just put that ridiculous notion to rest. The prototype 757 that NASA still operates is a more capable aircraft in every respect than the most pimped-out GTF 321 that exists even on paper. The 321 is a reflection of the economic realism that has replaced the romanticism and adventurous spirit of the early airline industry. The NEO seems to be a nice jet. The CEO is perfect for ATL. But... I honestly thought we'd be supersonic Jr. astronauts by 2020.. that was the trend. Our uncles played golf on the MFing moon.
Can you find a quote where someone said the 321 will match the 757 in performance? I've looked through the entire thread, and sailingfun seems to be the only one stuck on that... plus continually when he is called out for saying something wrong can't own up to it, but just doubles down further.
What people are saying (correctly) is that the 321NEO is the closest thing to 757 performance that is being produced.