07-09-2014, 07:45 AM
Something to consider is the fact of the small displacement lends itself to a much larger percentage increase than is typically seen in an automotive application. It's much easier to get 1 hp or more per cc or cid the smaller you go in displacement and still be usable for every day driving.
And in a racing application you can easily double (or more) your output with a turbo. Have you ever seen what a Grand National can do? I have seen those put down close to 1000 hp. And yes they are turbo charged from the factory, but with a larger turbo and mostly head work and an upgraded intercooler you can just about make whatever power the block and gaskets can take before failure.
Basically it's all about how much do you want to spend to go fast (or look cool).
And in a racing application you can easily double (or more) your output with a turbo. Have you ever seen what a Grand National can do? I have seen those put down close to 1000 hp. And yes they are turbo charged from the factory, but with a larger turbo and mostly head work and an upgraded intercooler you can just about make whatever power the block and gaskets can take before failure.
Basically it's all about how much do you want to spend to go fast (or look cool).