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Originally Posted by 008
Are there any modern racecars that use superchargers? If it's a track only car why not consider turbos? On the other hand why not sell the Elise and strip down your Cayman to 25/2600lbs?  |
I think turbos are chosen for race cars typically because of the superior fuel economy; i.e., less pit stops. Also, the technology gained during turbo development for racing can potentially be applied to passenger car design.
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Francis
2006 Chrome Orange Elise: LSD/TC, Nitron SAs with 425/650 springs, BWR 7/8" Front Bar, Eliseparts bumpsteer kit, VF Stage 2, 2bular Header + Sport Cat + 8x24 GT3 Muffler, ECU Tune by Jermaine, Smaay's fuel rail, ACT XT clutch, Saikou Michi dual catch can, Moroso pan, Manly's mount inserts & FF Engine Damper
2000 Black Integra Type R: - 213,000 miles...running again!
Last edited by fpitas : 09-08-2006 at 06:34 AM.
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