Quote:
Originally Posted by ember1205
Your points are valid but mostly in reference to using the engine as a direct part of the driveline. To provide direct power to the wheels, and provide the ability to "rev" like a gasoline engine, there's a lot that has to be designed in and you get into situations where things like a turbo are an absolute necessity to provide direct torque to the wheels for towing (for example).
Using a very small diesel engine as nothing but a power generator (and feeding that power purely to keep the batteries charged) is very different and actually allows the engine to run in a significantly more efficient manner (constant RPM). And opting for diesel over gasoline is really a measure of less complexity, fewer overall parts, etc.
|
And, all else equal, higher cost.
__________________
2017 CAMARO FIFTY SS CONVERTIBLE
A8
| MRC
| NPP
| Nav
| HUD
| GM Performance CAI
| Tony Mamo LT1 V2 Ported TB
| Kooks 1-7/8” LT Headers
| FlexFuel Tune
| Thinkware Q800 Pro front and rear dash cam
| Charcoal Tint for Taillights and 3rd Brakelight
| Orange and Carbon Fiber Bowties
| 1LE Wheels in Gunmetal Gray
| Carbon Fiber Interior Overlays
| Novistretch bra and mirror covers
| Tow hitch for bicycle rack
|
