Included with this table was the following paragraph of why the Imp was a better choice than other buggies.

EMPI has conducted many tests to determine the optimum amount to cut from the VW frame when making a dune buggy and through our experience have settled on a 12" cut. This leaves the wheelbases at 82.5", an ideal ratio between wheel base and tread width. Not only does this make for the best ride and superb handling but also has extra benefits like adequate leg room for rear seat passengers and the frame is easier to cut and reweld instead of 14" or 14.5" as many others use. The transition in the frame when it is put back together is less severe at this point and the tunnel match is much better. The EMPI Imp rear seat area has built-in recessed grooves to reinforce the rear seating area and when used with the EMPI rear body support brackets, becomes fully load bearing, a feature not found in any other dune buggy.