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Old 31 Oct 2010, 00:01 (Ref:2782750)   #10
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But this should further debunk the notion that 2.0L Turbocharged engines will actually lap La Sarthe slower, nothing could be further from the truth. Mid 80's 2.0L Turbo BMW DOHC = 700hp in endurance trim, 1100+hp in Williams F1 qualifying trim. If its believed the diesels are around 700hp, then better turbos, direct injection, lighter alloys, etc, getting that kind of power will be easy as taking candy from a baby and its not fair to compare AER to the might of the biggest OEM's in the world.
What? What makes you think 700 hp is achievable with the 2011 boost limits and air restrictors?
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