I got a set of 17x7 wheels on ebay and I need to buy tires. They are going onto my Shelby Lancer, but I'd also like to use them on one of the many Spirit R/Ts hanging around here. I've come to the conclusion that I'm limited to either a 205/45/17 or a 215/45/17 because of the 7" width. Which size should I go with?
According to the Miata tire calc:
205/50/16 = 24.1" (currently on car)
205/60/15 = 24.7" (stock)
205/45/17 = 24.3"
215/45/17 = 24.6"
I know I should try to stay close to the stock diameter but I'm worried about the wheels looking 'largish' and I actually kind of like the smaller diameter of the 205/50/16 I'm running now.
So 205/45/17 or 215/45/17 OR suggest a size if you think it would be better.