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*DGthe3* · 07-01-2010, 11:03 AM

It was my understanding that the '3000 hp' engine of the Veyron is actually a result of the heat generated by the engine, based on the fact that internal combustion engines are usually around 33% efficient. So to generate 1000 hp mechanical hp, there is 2000 hp of heat generated. By the same logic, the LS3 produces around 1275 hp.

By the way, I like the SSC better but I wouldn't want either car. Ultra expensive cars don't do much for me. I'd rather dream about something I could actually afford.

07-01-2010, 11:03 AM	#19
DGthe3 Moderator.ca Drives: 05 Grand Am GT Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Niagara, Canada Posts: 25,366	It was my understanding that the '3000 hp' engine of the Veyron is actually a result of the heat generated by the engine, based on the fact that internal combustion engines are usually around 33% efficient. So to generate 1000 hp mechanical hp, there is 2000 hp of heat generated. By the same logic, the LS3 produces around 1275 hp. By the way, I like the SSC better but I wouldn't want either car. Ultra expensive cars don't do much for me. I'd rather dream about something I could actually afford. __________________ Note, if I've gotten any facts wrong in the above, just ignore any points I made with them __________________ Originally Posted by FbodFather My sister's dentist's brother's cousin's housekeeper's dog-breeder's nephew sells coffee filters to the company that provides coffee to General Motors...... ........and HE WOULD KNOW!!!! __________________ Camaro Fest sub-forum