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Old 06-13-2007, 06:22 AM
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Originally Posted by Blue Mountain Raider
wow 2L engine gets 1000hp!!!!!!
BMW were getting in excess of 1000 BHP out of 1.5 litre turbo 4-cyl engine in 1986. . The same engine was also known for putting pistons through the block!

Quote from wikipedia: The BMW M12/13 Turbocharged I4 engine was famous during its life for being the first Formula 1 engine capable of 1000hp in racing trim, although it was capable of nearly 1400hp for qualifying with modification of its boost.
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