i hate the term 'gas guzzling V8'

[ElFenix]

seriously, the configuration of the cylinders doesn't have that much to do with mileage. even displacement isn't going to have that much of a difference (except for the increase in weight and internal friction). no, weight, gearing, and aerodynamics are the most important factors. of course, that is just the ramblings of a layperson.

 

[SynthDude2001]

I will keep that in mind.

 

[imported_Hi]

yes 🙂

 

[Mrvile]

Originally posted by: ElFenix
seriously, the configuration of the cylinders doesn't have that much to do with mileage. even displacement isn't going to have that much of a difference (except for the increase in weight and internal friction). no, weight, gearing, and aerodynamics are the most important factors. of course, that is just the ramblings of a layperson.

Right, I'll keep that in mind when my v8 smokes your 4cyl inline Civic POS.

 

[sniperruff]

because if you say gas-guzzling 4-banger people will just look at you in disgust.

 

[Mrvile]

Wait, that's not even the topic. Oh well, it'll smoke you anyway.

 

[FrustratedUser]

I'll be right back. Just need to install the 750cui V16 in the Prius since it really doesn't matter anyway.

 

[TheLonelyPhoenix]

I predict this thread will have more than 100 posts by morning.

 

[NFS4]

I hate the term "gas sipping 4-banger"

 

[imported_Hi]

Originally posted by: TheLonelyPhoenix
I predict this thread will have more than 100 posts by morning.

any post elfenix makes usally dies 🙂

 

[Specop 007]

Originally posted by: ElFenix
seriously, the configuration of the cylinders doesn't have that much to do with mileage. even displacement isn't going to have that much of a difference (except for the increase in weight and internal friction). no, weight, gearing, and aerodynamics are the most important factors. of course, that is just the ramblings of a layperson.

Chevy pretty much proved that with the Vette.
However, the displacement does have an effect on your milage.

 

[NFS4]

Originally posted by: Specop 007

Originally posted by: ElFenix
seriously, the configuration of the cylinders doesn't have that much to do with mileage. even displacement isn't going to have that much of a difference (except for the increase in weight and internal friction). no, weight, gearing, and aerodynamics are the most important factors. of course, that is just the ramblings of a layperson.

Chevy pretty much proved that with the Vette.
However, the displacement does have an effect on your milage.

The Vette gets good mileage due to gearing

 

[Nebor]

Originally posted by: NFS4
I hate the term "gas sipping 4-banger"

I love the term "Ultimate Driving Machine."

 

[Analog]

SUVs!

 

[MikeMike]

Originally posted by: NFS4

Originally posted by: Specop 007

Originally posted by: ElFenix
seriously, the configuration of the cylinders doesn't have that much to do with mileage. even displacement isn't going to have that much of a difference (except for the increase in weight and internal friction). no, weight, gearing, and aerodynamics are the most important factors. of course, that is just the ramblings of a layperson.

Chevy pretty much proved that with the Vette.
However, the displacement does have an effect on your milage.

The Vette gets good mileage due to gearing

exactly what they proved...

MIKE

 

[ElFenix]

Originally posted by: NFS4
I hate the term "gas sipping 4-banger"

that one is stupid too.

my 4 banger gets worse highway mileage than the heavier, 3 L v6 car that it replaced. why? the 4 banger is geared to make driving 'spirited' on the highway, whereas the taurus took forever to accelerate when already going 70.

 

[NFS4]

Originally posted by: Nebor

Originally posted by: NFS4
I hate the term "gas sipping 4-banger"

I love the term "Ultimate Driving Machine."

**FIXED**

 

[sniperruff]

Originally posted by: NFS4
I hate the term "gas sipping 4-banger"

but when you think 4-banger you'd never think of a mitsu Evo8 MR FQ-400.

 

[TheLonelyPhoenix]

Originally posted by: NFS4

Originally posted by: Specop 007

Originally posted by: ElFenix
seriously, the configuration of the cylinders doesn't have that much to do with mileage. even displacement isn't going to have that much of a difference (except for the increase in weight and internal friction). no, weight, gearing, and aerodynamics are the most important factors. of course, that is just the ramblings of a layperson.

Chevy pretty much proved that with the Vette.
However, the displacement does have an effect on your milage.

The Vette gets good mileage due to gearing

And the fact the fiberglass body makes it extremely light compared to most other cars of that type.

 

[sniperruff]

Originally posted by: NFS4

Originally posted by: Nebor

Originally posted by: NFS4
I hate the term "gas sipping 4-banger"

I love the term "Ultimate Driving Machine."

**FIXED**

heh my favorite pic.

 

[DaiShan]

Originally posted by: Mrvile

Originally posted by: ElFenix
seriously, the configuration of the cylinders doesn't have that much to do with mileage. even displacement isn't going to have that much of a difference (except for the increase in weight and internal friction). no, weight, gearing, and aerodynamics are the most important factors. of course, that is just the ramblings of a layperson.

Right, I'll keep that in mind when my v8 smokes your 4cyl inline Civic POS.

LOL I'll keep THAT in mind when you run out of gas 1/8 into the quarter 😛

 

[ElFenix]

Originally posted by: FrustratedUser
I'll be right back. Just need to install the 750cui V16 in the Prius since it really doesn't matter anyway.

i think that engine would crush the prius. probably about as long as one too.

 

[Stumps]

Gas guzzling V8's...maybe a big block could be called that, but I have seen and owned many small block ford V8's that can get close to 30mpg, and still run carbs and have 3spd Auto fitted in cars that weight about 1400kg.
My father owns a 1979 Ford XD Fairmont ESP sedan fitted with a 302cu(5litre) Cleveland V8,C4 3sp Auto and 3.25:1 9inch diff, it produces 380hp at the treads and when driven sensibly will give 28mpg on the highway and 20mpg around town.
I own a 1986 Ford XF Falcon S fitted with a 250cu(4.1litre)inline 6 with Multipoint EFI, 5spd Manual and 2.77:1 diff, it produces maybe 150hp at the treads(190hp at the flywheel) and on a good day it might give 25mpg on the highway and about 20mpg around town.
both cars weigh around 1400kg and have a similar body shape(the XF is an update of the original XD(code name Blackwood)bodyshape.
the term Gas Guzzling is an out dated term, these days most EFI V8's can give economy figures similar to 6 cylinder cars....when driven with economy in mind...you have no hope if you drive them hard!

 

[FrustratedUser]

Originally posted by: ElFenix

Originally posted by: FrustratedUser
I'll be right back. Just need to install the 750cui V16 in the Prius since it really doesn't matter anyway.

i think that engine would crush the prius. probably about as long as one too.

I'm back.
It didn't fit as you said so I mounted the wheels on the engine itself. Slapped on a seat on top of the transmission and then I'm using rope to steer.

 

[RbSX]

Originally posted by: Mrvile

Originally posted by: ElFenix
seriously, the configuration of the cylinders doesn't have that much to do with mileage. even displacement isn't going to have that much of a difference (except for the increase in weight and internal friction). no, weight, gearing, and aerodynamics are the most important factors. of course, that is just the ramblings of a layperson.

Right, I'll keep that in mind when my v8 smokes your 4cyl inline Civic POS.

He's an advocate for your V8 pieces of sh!t, and there aren't that many left so I SUGGEST that you stop pissing him off and piss off the very few you have left.