Originally Posted by
Andy Bettencourt
Tristan, I hope you have figured out that Earl is quoting crank hp numbers. 200 x 1.25 is 250.
I love the power of some of these cars but the real issue for me is the weight. Yes, the 8.5" wheels are gonna allow some nice big tires but weight IS the enemy. I would still rather have the E46 325 @ 2800. Chassis, brakes, power...in my mind you take the best balanced car WRT the aspects you are looking for.
The Porsche chassis intrigue me but power is hard to come by and very expensive. 325's and 328's are proven - the 330's weight to much for me. The 944S2 is a tweener...could be real hot.