I'm a little upset.didn't know the 08 coupes were going to have 3.7L!
#31
Originally Posted by skaterbasist
Well, in a way, not really.
BMW uses different names for their vehicles when they have a different engine, or atleast, a different version of the same engine.
The 328i, 330i, and 335i all have different engines; even though some have the same displacement.
The point is, different name for different engine.
So if Infiniti were to use the same method as BMW does for naming their vehicles, it will definately not be called a G35.
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BMW uses different names for their vehicles when they have a different engine, or atleast, a different version of the same engine.
The 328i, 330i, and 335i all have different engines; even though some have the same displacement.
The point is, different name for different engine.
So if Infiniti were to use the same method as BMW does for naming their vehicles, it will definately not be called a G35.
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#32
Originally Posted by dummptyhummpty
Your kinda confused. The 325i and the 330i i believe were different but now there is the 328i and 335i they are both using the 3.0 engine just one has two turbos on it. So sometimes they deviate from the numbering system.
not true...the 335 and 328 do not have the same engine, same displacement but not the same engine
see for yourself from this month's R&T
Higher cylinder pressures demanded some extra strength, so instead of the 328i's N52 magnesium-clad aluminum block, the 335i's N54 block is straight-up aluminum alloy with cast-iron cylinder liners. It also employs the high-pressure, direct-injection fuel system first used on the BMW 760's V-12 engine, with piezoelectric injectors mounted centrally in the combustion chambers. This location allows for a nice uniform cone of atomized fuel, ideal for power, efficiency and cylinder cooling. The sturdier block, turbos, intercooler, piping, etc., do bump the N54's overall weight to 419 lb., 62 lb. more than the N52's, but BMW reckons a 4.0-liter normally aspirated V-8 making the same power would carry an additional 150-lb. penalty.
#35
Originally Posted by paulhewson
If the 2008 coupes do get the 3.7L, could the 2008 sedan get the upgrade as well? Or would the sedan retain the VQ35HR?
The 3.5 is just fine for this new sedan - IMO.
Quick and refined.
#37
Originally Posted by G-Whizzer
I'd think the coupe would keep the 3.7 and the 3.5 would be the sedan engine. And I'd have to say I think that's the way it should be - making the coupe a more powerful sports car.
The 3.5 is just fine for this new sedan - IMO.
Quick and refined.
The 3.5 is just fine for this new sedan - IMO.
Quick and refined.
why? I see absolutely no logic in that way of thinking.
Does the M5 have to be slow because it's a four-door? It would blast any G35 out of the water, is that a bad thing? I think it's amazing. I think a 7.0 liter wouldn't be too much, there's no such THING as too much! don't like the speed? dont floor the accelerator...if you have alot of power you can choose not to use it, but I personally run out of power alot on this V6 ****... All cars should come with V8s anyway, it's 2007 people!
That said...I'd like everything to keep the same engine cuz..you know...I'd get jealous!
#38
I'm standing by my bet that the '08 couple will have the same 3.5L engine as the sedan.
The 325, 330, 328, and 335 all had/have 3.0L inline 6's but they are 3 different engines. The 325i was single vanos, 328/330 were dual vanos (all were the N52 engine), and the 335i is an entirely different design all together (N54), cast aluminum as opposed to alum/mag, direct injection, etc.
BMW's been deviating from the number system for along time.
Originally Posted by dummptyhummpty
Your kinda confused. The 325i and the 330i i believe were different but now there is the 328i and 335i they are both using the 3.0 engine just one has two turbos on it. So sometimes they deviate from the numbering system.
BMW's been deviating from the number system for along time.
Last edited by Picus; 03-10-2007 at 05:10 PM.
#39
Originally Posted by dummptyhummpty
Your kinda confused. The 325i and the 330i i believe were different but now there is the 328i and 335i they are both using the 3.0 engine just one has two turbos on it. So sometimes they deviate from the numbering system.
I know exactly how bimmer engines work.
I guess I just made my post confusing, which makes it seem incorrect.
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#40
#42
Originally Posted by rocaveli
why? I see absolutely no logic in that way of thinking.
Does the M5 have to be slow because it's a four-door? It would blast any G35 out of the water, is that a bad thing? I think it's amazing. I think a 7.0 liter wouldn't be too much, there's no such THING as too much! don't like the speed? dont floor the accelerator...if you have alot of power you can choose not to use it, but I personally run out of power alot on this V6 ****... All cars should come with V8s anyway, it's 2007 people!
That said...I'd like everything to keep the same engine cuz..you know...I'd get jealous!
Does the M5 have to be slow because it's a four-door? It would blast any G35 out of the water, is that a bad thing? I think it's amazing. I think a 7.0 liter wouldn't be too much, there's no such THING as too much! don't like the speed? dont floor the accelerator...if you have alot of power you can choose not to use it, but I personally run out of power alot on this V6 ****... All cars should come with V8s anyway, it's 2007 people!
That said...I'd like everything to keep the same engine cuz..you know...I'd get jealous!
I think certain engines make sense in certain platforms...
Our M45 is well suited to the V8.
But not sure what the payoff in performance vs price would be for a V8 G.
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#44
Originally Posted by Garnet Canuck
Well I don't know about you all.............but I am downright p!ssed that the new 08 Coupe is going to have the 5.6L V8 and our Sedan is stuck with a measly 306hp 3.5L V6.
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Originally Posted by terrycs
I wouldn't worry about getting the latest and greatest ... it's a losing battle (think personal computers). Otherwise, you may as well wait for the 2012 4.0 TT .