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Originally Posted by Ryephile
I'm thrilled the first iteration of the FT-86/FR-S will have a 2.0L naturally aspirated boxer. I for one do not want a turbo FT-86/FR-S. A proper momentum/light-weight sports car should be naturally aspirated for maximum connection and communication between driver and engine. As long as the engine sounds good and has enough power, that is what makes the experience satisfying.
Why N/A is better suited to this type of car:
*Driver/Engine "oneness"
*Predictable torque curve
*No throttle lag
*Pure & Harmonious sound
*Less complicated mechanicals
*Lighter powertrain
Who agrees? 
No turbo-lovers allowed, so if that's you then tuck your small Johnson and GTFO.  |
Def not a turbo lover here, and I'm with you on most of this - but small johnsons or not, there is something downright intoxicating about a car that can kick you back into your seat coming out of a turn. I really hope Subaru can bring higher power versions of the car to market and not wreck the soul - oneness, torque curve linearity, throttle response, etc, as you say - of the car. I'm hoping the BRZ lineup is something like this:
BRZ (2.0L NA) ~$24k-$26k
BRZ STI (>2.0L NA) <$29k
BRZ GTS - street version of GT 300 (?.?L Supercharged) <$35k
Subaru, if you are reading this - I am a G37S driver and I will seriously consider putting my money where my mouth is and buy a ~300hp FI (Non turbo'd) BRZ. Give me the BRZ with 0-60 in under 5 seconds, highway mileage at 27mpg or better, better brakes/tires, etc as required for the power, and no ricer body kit at <$35k, I will be a very happy camper.
Subaru, don't do what Porsche did to the Cayman. Give the BRZ the power it wants and let it loose on the world....