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Honda is finally working on a RWD sedan...
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Granted right now its in early developments and the pics are just a mule. It's good news to see Honda finally make a RWD sedan. Maybe this platform could trickle down to a coupe. ![]() I just wonder if it's too late to draw anyone from the competition. I know for a fact i will stick with the Infiniti M..which around that time should have a redesign.
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![]() As for Honda, that's cool and all but they're a little late to the competition. Even Hyundai beat them to it but it's better late than never I guess. Hopefully the final version won't be as butt ugly like the current Accord and boring like the '09 RL and TSX. |
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eh, i really doubt ppl who shop for RL's are much of driving enthusiasts to begin with. they are soft comfy cars. awd is actually a good choice to begin with.
what honda/acure should consider, is implementing rwd (or even their existing s-awd) on their sportier offerings like the tsx, or come out with a rwd new model from the ground up. considering how conservative honda is, that seems unlikely. Acura (not saying the Honda lineup) is, and has been since the demise of the itr, to be more or less a boring company. I get the impression their target demographic is catered more towards the guy who wants to get from 'a to b', reliability, and comfort. It's even more ho-hum than lexus. imo, honda should just let acura die off, and focus on no nonsense good daily drivers and better performance cars. As much as I like Honda as a company overall, I don't think luxury cars is something they do well. |
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ahem, excuse me, let me just say.. ITS ABOUT FUCKING TIME.
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'Bout time. I hope they get the RWD sickness and make more.
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I look at the current G35/37 and have hope that the M will follow the same suit.
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interesting stuff, look at the bulging hood, also my pops shoots and writes for left lane news among other places
here is one of his articles http://www.leftlanenews.com/bentley-...tc-review.html |
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Anyone got more info on this?
Mugen Legend Max v8 RL, basically http://www.mugen-power.com/topics/le...501/index.html |
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Oh and to stay on topic that Honda/Acura test mule looks boring as shit. I would buy something else before that without even blinking an eye. Only Honda lovers will get excited about that thing. Oh wait a bunch of you are Honda lovers . Having no real experience with Nissans besides jumping on the 240 bandwagon. Sorry guys you left yourself wide open for that comment with this thread. ![]() Oh and to head Option Zero off at the pass, ya it was a smart ass comment and yes I like other brands of cars. So get off your I only jock Nissan's high horse, this is a Nissan forum. Oh and this was tongue in cheek as well in case its lost on you.
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While I'm glad they are finally jumping on the RWD luxo sedan tip, until they make something that will be more in my pricerange and prove themselves, I'll continue to be stand-offish with their products.
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![]() Above and below are tongue in cheek, in case its lost on you. I'm not a Nissan fan. I'm not any brand fan, except Aston Martin, which is my current motivation for getting my degree. I don't even like cars. In fact, I have no opinion on anything, so I'd pretty much have nothing to say but for...well, you. to stay on topic, info from Wikipedia on the V8 used in the Legend Max, which may or may not be the basis for the v8 in this "new rwd sedan" In 2001, Mugen concentrated once more in the JGTC, the NSX winning two races, and finishing second (Mugen/Dome) and third (ARTA) in the series. More importantly, in June, the company announced development of the a new 4.0 L V8, dubbed MF408S, for the main prototype class in the 24 Hours of Le Mans and American Le Mans Series. At the time, Mugen acknowledged that international sportscar racing was a new category for them. The concept of the MF408S was high power, compact size, durability and reliability. Mugen chose a 4.0 L normally aspirated engine because they felt through their experience in Formula 3 that restrictor size was key to performance. The idea was to save fuel with a smaller displacement engine, since, theoretically, restrictor size will bring power in any engine to a similar level. The main engines in use at the time were producing around 600 hp, including the turbocharged Audi and Cadillac, as well as the larger displacement BMW and the Roush-prepared Ford. Mugen excluded a turbo as this necessitated use of intercoolers to extract maximum performance, which added to the weight and reduced performance. MF408S engine technical specifications: * Engine Name MF408S * Engine 90° V8, naturally aspirated * Displacement 4,000 cm³ * Max Power 590+ hp (440 kW) @ 9,500 rpm * Max Torque 383 lbf·ft (519 N·m @ 7,500 rpm * Restrictor Size 33.4 mm x2 or 46.8 mm x1 * Ignition Type Direct Injection * ECU System EFI-Technology * CDI System EFI-Technology * Clutch Type/Size Carbon / 5.5inch 4-plate * Maintenance Interval >3,000 km (>5,000 km at Le Mans 24h) * Length 559 mm (not including flywheel) * Height 577 mm (not including flywheel) * Width 720 mm * Weight 131 kg * Crank Height 92 mm |
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Shit, it wouldn't even have to be boosted. I'd buy at least one Civic with a K series if it was RWD.
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iirc the Legend is the car that shoulda been RWD (damn you honda)
it was a fwd car with a longitudinally mounted engine oh, and RL? stupid fuckin name attempting to bite off the lexus/bmw/mb/audi conventions |
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![]() honda's not the most interesting, but I can't honestly think of anything in the toyota lineup that drives as well as the Fit and the Si. My gripe with toyota is very light steering and overall lack of feedback in their cars. Apart from that, the most exciting offering from toyota current lineup right now is the V6 camry. I think that speaks for itself. |
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