Lexus' New Twin-Turbo V8 Debut On Hold For Now
#151
Lexus Test Driver
I used to, believe me. So I get it. I just don't want to deal with the police, I just drive the speed limit or 5 over.
I drive an LS430 that doesn't beg you to gun it and a truck that only has good pickup at around town speeds; on the highway it's nothing to brag about lol.
That said, on the interstate I look down and don't realize how fast I'm going in the 430.
I drive an LS430 that doesn't beg you to gun it and a truck that only has good pickup at around town speeds; on the highway it's nothing to brag about lol.
That said, on the interstate I look down and don't realize how fast I'm going in the 430.
#152
Lexus Champion
The V8s are velvety smooth so you just don't know the speed. Also, the LS isn't a stop light burner but on a roll, that V8 has some grunt On a luxury exec sedan, the V8s seem much more appropriate than a turbo 6. On a sports sedan, i think I prefer the forced induction. It will be interesting to see how the Mercedes hybrid system is received once they ditch their V8s.
RE: Mercedes ditching V8s, I didn't know that and didn't want to lol. Ugh.
#155
Lexus Fanatic
#156
Lexus Test Driver
i'd love to know what his recording set up is because that's some hq audio
#157
Lexus Test Driver
But the RCF and GSF are clearly underpowered against M3/4, C63 - M5, E63.
Even if you compare GSF to M550i which also has 523hp.
To some ppl like you, power #s are not important and hence you bought the Lexus variants. I agree with you and would get LC500 over M850i. But for general public they don’t care about this - how else can you explain the 8 series selling so well over the LC especially when its more expensive. Same for RC and GS.
Now if Lexus came out with LCF making 700hp and just beating the competition - it would get bragging rights and create buzz that would make ppl also respect the lower models. Its the Halo effect which they are missing.
Last edited by RNM GS3; 06-29-20 at 08:11 AM.
#158
Lexus Test Driver
Have you driven any S55 powered car - its the closest feeling to NA due to its ability for high revs and also advantage of turbo. Paired with DCT, its a treat to experience - just don’t turn off traction control.
I never said im getting GT4 but since you offered to help me get one - im waiting for a referral to your sales guy.....
Last edited by RNM GS3; 06-29-20 at 08:24 AM.
#159
Well I welcome you to drive them back to back. M3 motor makes way more power, revs higher and is way more engaging. I’m only comparing the engines themselves - the 911 handling is on another level as it should be.
Have you driven any S55 powered car - its the closest feeling to NA due to its ability for high revs and also advantage of turbo. Paired with DCT, its a treat to experience - just don’t turn off traction control.
I never said im getting GT4 but since you offered to help me get one - im waiting for a referral to your sales guy.....
Have you driven any S55 powered car - its the closest feeling to NA due to its ability for high revs and also advantage of turbo. Paired with DCT, its a treat to experience - just don’t turn off traction control.
I never said im getting GT4 but since you offered to help me get one - im waiting for a referral to your sales guy.....
But you already have connections to “top salespeople” through your brother? I’ll let them help you out. Don’t forget to add the ceramic composite brakes and sport chrono package!
#160
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