So the new S4 has 410 nm of torque, whats that in ft/lbs?

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12-03-2002, 02:23 PM

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Exactly. That's all non-boosted torque. Blow that sucker and it'll really scream.

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12-03-2002, 05:13 PM

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Actually, the rpm power delivery range is about the same, check it out.

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12-03-2002, 07:12 PM

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My point is, even if it is the same, if you're cruising along at partial throttle, at say 3k rpms...

and you mash the gas, in the NA car, you will almost instantly accellerate. In the turbo car, there will be a noticable delay. I'm sure the average person who has no intention of modding his/her car is going to pick the instant power over the delayed power. I on the other hand, would pick the turbo car because dollar for dollar, turbo engines get the biggest return for the investment (at the cost of throttle response).