I meant the Road&Track article, obviously...
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There's no problem, really. If Nissan is right, this engine will be much smoother than any four-cylinder turbo thanks to the connecting rods remaining more upright throughout their stroke, with a torque curve very similar to what you'd see from a diesel. Therefore, Infiniti believes it's the perfect engine to replace its current lineup of V6s.
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More parts per cylinder, but less cylinders without losing the smoothness.
Less sideways forces so less friction on the cylinder walls. And so on.
This goes so much further than just adding a wastegate on a turbo.
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