seen the rx-8 today

[Larry Durst]

Such a rip off of the s2000 in the front. Only has a 1.3L engine. Looks
like CRAP. I thought this was supposed to be an upgraded version of the
fast rx-7. This is a four seater with invisible back doors, that's neat and
kool for a sports car. Would this even be considered a sports car? I
havent herd anything much about the power but does it have any?

I think this car is a discrase.

--
You make fun of what you are really afraid of... and thats us......

2002 Dodge Viper Venom 1000 Twin Turbo by Hennessey Performance Engineering
( www.HennesseyPerformance.com )

Power Output: 900 - 1300 hp

Tested Acceleration: 0-60 in 1.85 sec., 1/4 mile in 8.93 sec. @ 150+ mph
(AND that's only with the optional auto transmission and drag tires).

 

[Carl 1 Lucky Texan]

Haven't seen it it yet but I THINK it's a 2 rotor Wankel. If the
'displacement' of the 2 combustion chambers adds to 1.3l you should
multiply by 3 to get an equivalent number to -say- a V6. So that's 3.9l .

The old wankels were criticized for having poor thermal eff. and low
economy (unless you trained yourself to rev high) plus short apex seal
life. Still, kinda' glad to see it back. They probably have some cool
new technology to overcome some of it's shortcomings.


Carl
1 Lucky Texan

 

[Jason Kavanaugh]

Well, I actually like how the rx-8 looks. Anyways here is some quick
specs on it I found with a simple google.

Two models, an Automatic and a 6-speed manual. Both weigh about 2940
lbs.

Automatic:
MSRP: 25,180
HP: 197@7200rpm
TQ: 164@5000rpm
Softer suspension, smaller wheels and brakes

6-speed MT:
MSRP: 26,680
HP: 238hp@8500rpm
TQ: 159@5500rpm
Sequential with steering wheel mounted thumb controls

Seems just from those published specs to have a similar feel to an
s2000. In other words you probably have to rev the living shit out of
them to get any power. Oh well, what do you really expect from a
1.3?l non-forced induction vehicle.

 

[L. Kreh]

It's definitely not an RX-7, but I like it a lot. It's a rotary
engine, so your comment about its lack of displacement is somewhat
misleading. A 1.3L rotary is equivalent to almost two S2000 engines
in terms of displacement. I also like the door/seating configuration
-- it's a nice compromise between a sport coupe and sedan.

Other than that, try the Mazda forum...

 

[Larry Durst]

What's the difference between a rotary engine and a regular engine? I'm new
to a rotary engine.
I was only talking about the front grill and such as to the s2000, not the
engine.

--
You make fun of what you are really afraid of... and thats us......

2002 Dodge Viper Venom 1000 Twin Turbo by Hennessey Performance Engineering
( www.HennesseyPerformance.com )

Power Output: 900 - 1300 hp

Tested Acceleration: 0-60 in 1.85 sec., 1/4 mile in 8.93 sec. @ 150+ mph
(AND that's only with the optional auto transmission and drag tires).

 

[tonyrama]

It's definitely not an RX-7, but I like it a lot. It's a rotary
engine, so your comment about its lack of displacement is somewhat
misleading. A 1.3L rotary is equivalent to almost two S2000 engines
in terms of displacement. I also like the door/seating configuration
-- it's a nice compromise between a sport coupe and sedan.

Other than that, try the Mazda forum...

A friend of mine who is a mechanic at a local Mazda dealer says it's crazy
fast, and you have to be really careful pulling out of the dealership or
it'll come right around on you. I'm going to have to see this for myself
Tonyrama

 

[MIKE]

Rotary woks completly different from normal engines see link below.
Rotary engine was first devolped as drive the superchager on WW2 aircraft.
Most have an insane redline some upto 13000rpm (5 -7000 rpm for most normal
engines)
Try this
http://travel.howstuffworks.com/rotary-engine.htm

 

[Dan J.S.]

You make fun of what you are really afraid of... and thats us......

2002 Dodge Viper Venom 1000 Twin Turbo by Hennessey Performance Engineering
( www.HennesseyPerformance.com )

Power Output: 900 - 1300 hp

Tested Acceleration: 0-60 in 1.85 sec., 1/4 mile in 8.93 sec. @ 150+ mph
(AND that's only with the optional auto transmission and drag tires).

Nothing to do with your post, but I like your sig! 0-60 in 1.85! Shiat thats
fast! Do you own one?

 

[Larry Durst]

Feeling sorry for myself I dont own one. Hell yea I wished I did. I see
this and was so amazed at it I had to have the facts as my signature. It's
inasane for a car to go that fast.

--
You make fun of what you are really afraid of... and thats us......

2002 Dodge Viper Venom 1000 Twin Turbo by Hennessey Performance Engineering
( www.HennesseyPerformance.com )

Power Output: 900 - 1300 hp

Tested Acceleration: 0-60 in 1.85 sec., 1/4 mile in 8.93 sec. @ 150+ mph
(AND that's only with the optional auto transmission and drag tires).

 

[dg]

Yeah, those specs are impressive. It reminded me that there was a guy at
our little local dragstrip that ran a 7 somthing 1/4 mile in what I believe
was an old barracuda. I think the actual time and car are listed at
samoadragstrip.com. Crazy fast.

--Dan

 

[Cam Penner]

Feeling sorry for myself I dont own one. Hell yea I wished I did. I see
this and was so amazed at it I had to have the facts as my signature. It's
inasane for a car to go that fast.

I saw a video clip in another ng of something that should
give it a run for it's money at a tiny portion of the cost.

http://oregonstate.edu/~uyemuraa/Bikes/Turbo_Busa.wmv

Pop a turbo on a Suzuki Hayabusa and see what a 400hp 1.3
litre can do. Yes, the speedometer is in mph.

 

[Larry Durst]

Cant really see how fast he's goin cuz that turbo gauge or whatever it is,
is getting in the way of the top end speed.
But it's impressive how fast he was pickin up speed, and sounded good.

--
You make fun of what you are really afraid of... and thats us......

2002 Dodge Viper Venom 1000 Twin Turbo by Hennessey Performance Engineering
( www.HennesseyPerformance.com )

Power Output: 900 - 1300 hp

Tested Acceleration: 0-60 in 1.85 sec., 1/4 mile in 8.93 sec. @ 150+ mph
(AND that's only with the optional auto transmission and drag tires).


"Cam Penner"

 

[Cam Penner]

Cant really see how fast he's goin cuz that turbo gauge or whatever it is,
is getting in the way of the top end speed.
But it's impressive how fast he was pickin up speed, and sounded good.

IIRC, the 120mph marker was about 1/2 of the way around the
gauge. The impressive bit was the roll on acceleration.
Moreso than top speed.