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Originally Posted by Steel
By the by, the only V engine that is naturally balanced is a V12, because it is basically comprised of 2 I6's next to each other, since I6's are naturally balanced. Boxer engines balance naturally too, buuut that's about it.
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Yup,
I would agree. You can argue all kinds of engine design, and manufactures all day. The fact remains the I6 is the most balanced engine made. Also, because of this, they tend to have the best low-end torque. Just look at F-150’s. The I6 motor has more low-end torque then the V8 (that would be the 5.0 ltr.), same manufacturer, and bigger V8 as compaired to smaller strait 6.
On a side note, I have an 944 2.5 liter I4, and a V6 3.0 liter, SOHC Stealth. Both rated around 160-170 HP. Granted my 944 has balance shafts to counter act the “large” I4 vibration problem, but personally I enjoy the 944 more because it seems to get to the power band faster, and have better acceleration at freeway speeds. But that is my opinion. I have no real numbers on it.