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Originally Posted by Anaxilus
Why? The Formula Atlantic 4AGE 1.6L did 240hp NA decades ago. If they can get 100hp/L in theory, that means only 8psi to hit 240 from 160. A few of the Toyota 4AGs were modeled on the old Cosworth 1.6Ls. BMW made a boosted 1.5L dropping over 1,400hp.
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Those engines also cost more then any of the twins, have a team dedicated to keeping them alive for one race at a time then taking them all apart and making sure they don't break during the next race. No exactly the kind of thing alot of manufacturers like to warranty. I also doubt they get very close to the 30mpg+ we get.