A "Benchmark" for the future IS F
08-14-12, 07:23 AM
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A "Benchmark" for the future IS F
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http://secure.drivers.lexus.com/lexu...ews_2012_08_13
Lexus Magazine: Does the IS CCS-R hint at where the Lexus IS F is going?
Yaguchi: What I’m trying to do is keep this vehicle as a benchmark for the future of the IS F, so the IS F can move in this direction. What I’ve built into this car is the ultimate performance of the IS F, and I’d like to reflect a lot of its traits in the production version.
http://secure.drivers.lexus.com/lexu...ews_2012_08_13
Lexus Magazine: Does the IS CCS-R hint at where the Lexus IS F is going?
Yaguchi: What I’m trying to do is keep this vehicle as a benchmark for the future of the IS F, so the IS F can move in this direction. What I’ve built into this car is the ultimate performance of the IS F, and I’d like to reflect a lot of its traits in the production version.
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08-14-12, 07:43 AM
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Your welcome.
One thing that could be read into the article is the next IS F isn't going to focus on increasing power but on shedding weight to increase the BHP per ton, fuel efficiency and handling.
One thing that could be read into the article is the next IS F isn't going to focus on increasing power but on shedding weight to increase the BHP per ton, fuel efficiency and handling.
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08-14-12, 11:35 AM
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Hmmmmm. I may have to hold off buying to get more info on the next IS-F. I will say, however, that I am not a fan of styling direction Lexus appears to be taking. The GS looks great, but I do not like the ES or RX.....
I do not think it will get down to 3200 pounds with all the safety requirements. Nissan's 370Z weighs 3230 in itself..... I would see the IS-F weighing in closer to the M3 or less, 3500 on the low side to 3600 on the higher side....
I do not think it will get down to 3200 pounds with all the safety requirements. Nissan's 370Z weighs 3230 in itself..... I would see the IS-F weighing in closer to the M3 or less, 3500 on the low side to 3600 on the higher side....
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08-14-12, 01:39 PM
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If all lexus does is lower the weight 2-400 lbs it will still be quite under powered when compared to the current gen M3/5 S/RS and AMG cars - I'd love to see a power bump to make it truly competitive not just an also ran entry.
08-14-12, 02:37 PM
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With the way Toyota likes to hold onto the same engines for years and years, I wouldn't be surprised if the next gen ISF uses almost the same powertrain setup, albeit with a modest power jump. As long as they keep improving the little things like they have been in the last few years, I think the next generation will be great. If they only put 1/3 of the weight saving measures from the car in this article into the next ISF, I would still be happy. A 450 bhp ISF with a 3600 lb curb weight would be awesome. Even if the competition gets higher numbers from forced induction, a N/A motor car with great torque and 8lbs/bhp would be a blast...especially considering the current ISF has 9.09lbs/bhp. I hope they work a little harder with the next generation ISF to get closer to a 50:50 weight split.
08-14-12, 06:38 PM
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you will never make big power on a smallish v8 without some type of forced induction, no boost no big power - and the more boost the better....ask a supra owner running 40 lbs of boost what they think about boosted cars.
