New FR-S BRZ Technology Info! Engine specs, CoG, Drag Coefficient, Dimensions, etc.

[ft86Fan]

Lots of good info. Thanks for translation.

Surprised and disappointed that it doesn't have variable valve timing.

[suprachica79]

Originally Posted by dookie11

Wait, that last photo makes it look like a hatch-trunk, similar to the TC. Is it a hatch? Sure looks like it to me, since it has the hydraulic things holding it up.

I think that's why it's considered a "notchback"?

[no_name]

Originally Posted by dookie11

Wait, that last photo makes it look like a hatch-trunk, similar to the TC. Is it a hatch? Sure looks like it to me, since it has the hydraulic things holding it up.

At this point it's highly unlikely. I think it's just the angle they took the photo from. Almost all trunks use some sort of hydraulics to hold them up, they're just usually not visible.

[no_name]

Originally Posted by suprachica79

I think that's why it's considered a "notchback"?

Notchback is a design style, not a thing. Pretty much anything that doesn't just go straight down like a Golf or a mini van is a notchback.

[suprachica79]

Originally Posted by no_name

Notchback is a design style, not a thing. Pretty much anything that doesn't just go straight down like a Golf or a mini van is a notchback.

My bad, thanks for the correction.

[Dave-ROR]

Originally Posted by spin9k

but there is (still) hope that the BRZ will be different (better) than the low cost, low power Toyota version of the platform, yes?

No.

[Dave-ROR]

Originally Posted by no_name

At this point it's highly unlikely. I think it's just the angle they took the photo from. Almost all trunks use some sort of hydraulics to hold them up, they're just usually not visible.

[Allch Chcar]

Originally Posted by enc0re

Am I the only person that's excited by the 12.5 CR? My only regret is that it isn't 13, a la Skyactiv.

Originally Posted by ForReal-Someday

I'm with you on this one. I plan on autoXing this car, so I'm not looking for a turbo set up. I'm just looking for something that's fun to drive, and I think this is going to be it!

Originally Posted by Dave-ROR

Originally Posted by Ryephile

+1. 12.5:1 static CR with DI is very nice for n/a.

Originally Posted by blur

Yes, high compression is very responsive to flow mods.

I am too! mememe

Originally Posted by verlumpt

Honestly it doesn't. You're talking a 2.0l H4. That platform is typically for torque. DI and higher compression will be the only real way (N/A) to achieve those kind of numbers on pump gas.

I have a friend w/ a race build 2.5L H4 (N/A) making about 285 to the wheels. He's at 12.5:1 and runs 105 leaded.

Makes sense to me.

This engine doesn't compare to any of the USDM Boxers. That is just the platform they are designed for not the engine layout. Geez...

[dookie11]

Here's to hopin that the trunk opening will be huge, so I can fit a bike in there, or a twin size bed or something lol.

[OldSkoolToys]

86 x 86, 12.5 CR....I like the numbers...for more than one reason!

also....86 x 86....8-6 x 8-6...hachi-roku x hachi-roku

[scwewywabbit]

but the important question is... how many bodies can you hide in that trunk?

[cr22]

Must...test drive...soon! So far I haven't seen or heard any disappointing/deal breaking news.

[Dave-ROR]

Originally Posted by scwewywabbit

but the important question is... how many bodies can you hide in that trunk?

Based on the diagram, 3 if you strap one in the passenger seat as if they were alive.

[JoeJoseJoseph]

Originally Posted by OldSkoolToys

86 x 86, 12.5 CR....I like the numbers...for more than one reason!

also....86 x 86....8-6 x 8-6...hachi-roku x hachi-roku

Exactly!!! I was thinking the same. Is 86x86 the only number sharing mechanically with the AE 86? Also, correct me if im wrong, is this the first square boxer engine. Google says subaru EJ's and porsche's are over square.