Engine Confusion

[Rebel1]

Originally Posted by Aussie Mike

As far as the HP is conerned, any of the motor choices listed will make more power than you know what to do with. My mild LS1 is frighteningly fast. I think we get a bit carried away looking for bragging rights and dyno numbers. Truth be told 400HP in one of these cars is a real handful in a street Cobra. Chase more power and you should set up an acount with the underwear department of your local target store.

For a more track focused car you could probably use more power but in all honesty I think the money would be better spent on getting the handling and brakes sorted. As an example John White at the last few Cobra Nationals was kicking everyones butt with a stock Lexus V8 in a very well set up chassis.
Cheers

Best bit of advice yet said and something I have been verbal about in the past. A genuine 400rwhp in one of these things can scare the living daylights from most folks.

With less than excellent suspension, setup, and brakes these things will dance sideways in a heartbeat and as good a driver we think we are they will still catch you out.

Quite embarrassing when the taillights your looking at are your own.