Sim racing · head‑to‑head
Choosing between these two 40-series aluminum rigs comes down to whether you value a traditional vertical profile layout despite terrible customer support, or a modern, easy-to-assemble slanted design. While both offer highly rigid platforms for direct drive wheels, their ownership experiences could not be more different.
The 6S-80 V2 Sim Racing Chassis is plagued by widespread community complaints regarding extremely poor customer service, long shipping delays, and missing hardware upon delivery. Additionally, the lack of clear assembly instructions makes the initial build process tedious and frustrating.
The slanted uprights on the GT1 Pro Sim Racing Cockpit make adjusting wheelbase height difficult because height changes also alter your horizontal distance. This angled design also limits your ability to mount standard third-party accessories like keyboard trays.
If you want a hassle-free assembly and a highly rigid wheel deck from a reliable brand, the GT1 Pro Sim Racing Cockpit is the superior choice despite its tricky slanted uprights. The 6S-80 V2 Sim Racing Chassis is a solid frame once built, but the risk of missing parts and terrible customer support makes it hard to recommend.
| 6S-80 V2 Sim Racing Chassis | GT1 Pro Sim Racing Cockpit | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | 6sigma Racing | Sim-Lab |
| Ecosystem | Universal | Universal |
| Starting Price | $599.00Best | $649.00 |
| Price trend | Unchanged over 90 days | Unchanged over 90 days |
| Material | 40-series aluminum profile | 80x40 and 40x40 aluminium profiles |
| Adjustable | Yes | Yes |
| Foldable | No | No |
| Weight | 30 kg (66.1 lb) | — |
| Compatibility | Universal (supports major brands including Fanatec, Simagic, Moza, and Asetek up to 15Nm, and load cell pedals) | Universal (pre-drilled for Fanatec, Thrustmaster, Logitech, Moza, Asetek, Simagic, Simucube, VRS) |
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