Learn ya something.

Post by **ThinAir** » 28 Jul 2013, 22:32

When not watching cat videos I sometimes learn something from the intraweb.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Straight-five_engine

"The inline-five is known for its characteristic sound. Unlike other engine configurations, the inline-five's sound cannot be replicated by doubling the cylinders".

Post by **matthew1** » 28 Jul 2013, 22:41

Must be something to do with the harmonics of 5 sources...(?)

The Volvo inline 5 will go down in history as an epic engine. RIP Volvo I5.

Post by **ThinAir** » 28 Jul 2013, 23:21

Our chat today got me thinking about this engine so I did a little reading. It's a quick read and interesting-highly recommended.

volvokens · Post by **volvokens** » 29 Jul 2013, 01:02

I agree to the awesome sound of a 5 cylinder!

My current car with a 5 cylinder is my 2005 XC70 and my last 5 cylinder car was a couple '87 Audi 4ks that I had. I wish the XC70 had more growl like the 4ks did though.

Post by **jblackburn** » 29 Jul 2013, 10:34

The VW I5's have a very muted growly sound. They're also quite loud under acceleration for most cars on the market today. The Chevy Colorado 5-cylinder can definitely be told as a 5.

But the Volvos...yes...they're VERY distinctive. I love the sound of a 5-cylinder Volvo going by, ESPECIALLY the N/A's (sorry turbo guys, they just sound way cooler).

Post by **JDS60R** » 29 Jul 2013, 12:29

I love the sound of an R with a tune and a pipe

Post by **ThinAir** » 29 Jul 2013, 19:59

That sounds serious...isn't it interesting how people are so sensitive to sound? The sound of engine "A" moves people, the sound of engine "B" sounds sad and annoying.

Post by **jblackburn** » 29 Jul 2013, 20:00

the sound of engine "B" sounds sad and annoying.

Honda with a fart can.