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Originally Posted by Playslikepage71
It's like why does it take an 8.3L V10 to make 525HP? The Nissan GT-R does it with a 3.8L V6 with 2 turbos. If you dispute that because of the factory claimed number of 480HP, take a look at the motor trend article about the dyno tests. The Ferarri F430 makes 485 ponies with a "meager" 4.3L V8. The Corvette with it's futuristic fiberglass body rides on friggin leafsprings!!
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Or indeed, why a performance car needs 525 HP in the first place. Look at Lotus, which manages pretty serious sports car performance on about half the horsepower, AND always manages to be close to the top of the annual CAFE ratings - when they're not actually #1.