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Those Magical Engines
by Nick Raman

Formula One engines are the embodiment of the state-of-the-art compact engineer1ing. They are extremely powerful, lightweight, and massively loud. And for many fans around the world, it is the high-pitched scream put out by the engines

 

Kewl

 

Great article!!!

I loved it.

"In the eighties during the magical turbo-era, manufacturers created what were known as

 

Interesting info mingster. Thanks!

[QUOTE]Originally posted by mingster
[B]A Formula One engine has around ten times more power than a small hatchback powerplant but is half the weight. This superior weight distribution contributes to the breathtaking performance.

 

makes me wanna go out and rip it up in my S

 

nice article

 

and just think, some of that technology made it into out cars.