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Old 01-17-2011, 10:39 AM   #20
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That's great and all, but I too see no relevance of HP/L in performance (which is really what DG is referring to).
for example, in rally there are 2.0 liter displacement requirements to compete... i dont think Mitsu is gonna make two different engines for the same rally car..

having a high hp/liter shows efficiency, its why you see Ford finally going to mass produce dohc 4v engines because its more efficient than a sohc 2-3v engine and has potentially greater top end power... there is a larger market when it comes to small engine performance numbers because those engines tend to be more affordable than larger displacement engines....

you dont think the v6 Camaro would be as popular if they had the old 3800 series engine in it do you?
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