quote:Originally posted by comp2:
It seems like guys use Turbo's or superchargers to cure small engine syndrome. When they get done they have a small engine that will produce HP but will grenade itself if used. I see guys claiming 500hp with twin turbo's and exotic setups. You can get that kind of HP in a reliable package with displacement. I like turbos/sc but I don't see them as the ideal solution when there are better solutions for the Pantera.
Gary
True to a point. I would agree that a Honda 1.7L engine is a little ridiculous to be pushing 700hp (Grenade). A small block ford is a great place for a power adder like a Turbo/Supercharger. Displacement will certainly give you a good high torque motor but you can get only so many cubes out of a small block. Mind you it can still be built to produce obscene amounts of torque but to build one near what you could get out of a blown motor you would end up with something no more reliable or less expensive (Well maybe a little less expensive
). A turbo motor has its merits. You can have a nasty beast under the decklid that idles and runs like a mild build under part throttle yet screams like a raped ape when so desired. Its all personal preference.