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Old 04-29-2007, 12:43 PM
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Originally Posted by vinuneuro
Look at the application of this V12. It goes in a friggin 7-Series and redlines at 6,500rpm.. You think they were serious about making a lot of power? Plus..this engine debuted valvetronic..it's main purpose was to showcase the efficiency/economy of the technology.
Yes. they were serious. why? all the other competitors with V12's are kicking their butts... Although the v12 in the 760 is smooth, it's a boat anchor and low tech so I wouldn't even go there. As for large displacement motors, GM pushrods and even the Viper motors have a hella lot more reliability built into it (just look at how competitive the C6Rs and not high stressed like the M motors. Even the PTG team is not using the m3 6) There is no replacement for displacement (except FI of course)

BTW, drove a Ford GT this weekend.. holy crap, what a beast...
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