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Originally Posted by Asterisked Accolade
This is something that i like. I like coarse, it reminds me of personality, anger, and the mechanical nature of automobiles. I've always been around hot rods and large V8s. So coarse, angry sounding engines are something i really like. My car is stripped out and loud-- i listen to the engine revving instead of anything on my radio.
I expect the Porsche is more like a yacht (consider the size correction), whereas the FRS would be more of a Jet Ski-- not the best metaphor, but i think it'll do.
But this was a very concise and open-minded review. It was well enjoyed.
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I agree with you that rawness in an engine is fun and inspires character.
However, there is melodic rawness (American V8s, Honda S2000, Integra Type R, etc.) and then there is unmelodic rawness. The FRS's engine, to me, is definitely in the latter category. It just does not sound nice. Like a sewing machine. In the same price category, the Miata has a nicer engine. The 370Z has a nicer engine. They sound better (370Z), feel smoother (Miata), rev happier (Miata) and feel more like instruments rather than appliances.
Just my humble opinion, of course there will be others that love this engine.