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Old 06-03-2017, 09:33 PM   #20 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by cRiPpLe_rOoStEr View Post
Even though 7000 RPM is quite high for a car engine, they usually operate at a narrower revving band compared to motorcycles, which might allow to improvements on torque and minimizing fuel loss.
A 2 cylinder 360 CC car engine needs all the revs it can get

Lean Cruze is around 5000rpm

Power band is quite narrow

Those who TBI the car can push 9000rpms and usually loose economy but gain a lot of power.
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