Thanks much, BB !
The GTV6 doesn't sound quite as nice as the Studie, or even as nice as our 5cyl's. IMHO. I think a Ford small block would fit nicely in one of those GTV's. The slicks on the front seem questionable, but they must know what they're doing.
And the Studebaker looks huge along side MG's, Minnie's, BMW and the such. Wonder what kind of suspension they put under it.
I didn't notice if the Cord was there this time.
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Apparently it's been done by someone..... engine width and exhaust is an issue....
The big issue is all that weight on the front of the car, messing up the balance. And can you beat the Alfa's 210-250 stock hp? The back of the block would have to be adapted to the torque tube which carries the driveshaft back to the transaxle.
I found this guy who put a Maserati V6 twin-turbo in one....!
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The big issue is all that weight on the front of the car, messing up the balance. And can you beat the Alfa's 210-250 stock hp? The back of the block would have to be adapted to the torque tube which carries the driveshaft back to the transaxle.
I found this guy who put a Maserati V6 twin-turbo in one....!
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No doubt that Maserati fits better. And really makes more sense.
I see what you mean about the balance issue. I kept thinking that the Alfa was RWD. I guess that explains the slicks
I haven't a clue about Studebakers, other than they were well built cars. I do remember the Avanti. Had a cool plaque on the dash that said not to lower windows when going over 100 ( or was it 120 ) mph. I think it had a 289, but maybe it was larger.
I see what you mean about the balance issue. I kept thinking that the Alfa was RWD. I guess that explains the slicks
I haven't a clue about Studebakers, other than they were well built cars. I do remember the Avanti. Had a cool plaque on the dash that said not to lower windows when going over 100 ( or was it 120 ) mph. I think it had a 289, but maybe it was larger.
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Today's Topic:
F1 cars have become huge.
Lonnnng skinny cars have more space for large fuel tanks (no fuel stops in F1), hybrid electrical motor components, and provide a lot more surface for aerodynamic downforce so they can stick to the track like vacuum cleaners. It's in the rules - minimum wheelbase. Also a much much stronger central cell to protect the driver, which is invaluable. Far right is the 1960 Ferrari.
F1 cars have become huge.
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Lonnnng skinny cars have more space for large fuel tanks (no fuel stops in F1), hybrid electrical motor components, and provide a lot more surface for aerodynamic downforce so they can stick to the track like vacuum cleaners. It's in the rules - minimum wheelbase. Also a much much stronger central cell to protect the driver, which is invaluable. Far right is the 1960 Ferrari.
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It looks lost, Dad, can we keep it?
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^ It just found out that the 500 is being discontinued.
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Yeah, no more in the US. The updated Euro one is cool, all electric, and makes opera sounds when it pulls away (required pedestrian safety noise).
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