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Old 03-23-2007, 03:57 PM   #2 (permalink)
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From an engineering point of view, they did some excellent craftsmanship in executing the swap. But I personally would much rather have a turbocharged F20C making 400hp than a 2JZ-GTE making 800hp.

Why? Well, the 2J's iron block is incredibly heavy, and the 6-speed Getrag it's mated to is massive as well. All of this weight you're adding will actually change the handling characteristics of the car quite a bit. So unless you wanted to re-engineer the suspension or offset the weight with ballast to the rear (which would lend itself to a whole new set of problems), the car will never drive the same.

Very cool idea, but it just my cup of tea. Like I said, I can't fault their fabrication skills, as the engine looks beautiful in there. But if I had to swap out the F20 for anything, it would have to be the lower weight (compared to the Supra drivetrain) and higher torque (compared to both) GM LS1...or if I really had money to blow...LS7.
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