1-Million-Lexus-LFA-II

azn370z · 04-12-2012, 09:19 PM

Why did they make the lfa front engine rather than mid rear engine?

Cmike2780 · 04-12-2012, 09:28 PM

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Originally Posted by azn370z

Why did they make the lfa front engine rather than mid rear engine?

That's like asking why they made the ferrari f12 front engined.

LakeShow · 04-12-2012, 11:08 PM

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Originally Posted by azn370z

Why did they make the lfa front engine rather than mid rear engine?

Because it's an expensive Scion TC. Duhh!

ImportConvert · 04-13-2012, 08:18 AM

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Originally Posted by LakeShow

Because it's an expensive Scion TC. Duhh!

Sounds and looks good on the forum, all until you're cruising in your Scion TC and an LFA rolls up next to you. I highly doubt the owner will have a sudden sense of being ripped off.

ImportConvert · 04-13-2012, 08:13 AM

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Originally Posted by azn370z

Why did they make the lfa front engine rather than mid rear engine?

Why not? The fastest production car in the world around the 'ring is front-engine/rear-drive.

Cmike2780 · 04-13-2012, 08:35 AM

I thought the Radical SR8 currently holds the record, not that you would really call it a production car. The Gumpert Apollo in 2nd/3rd, the Viper ACR is a close 3rd/4th and Lexus LFA Nurburgring a few ticks behind that. I guess the point is, it doesn't really matter as long as the chassis is tuned properly and the right driver behind the wheel. The "magical" 50/50 weight distribution can be achieved with the engine in front of, or behind the driver. Most mid-mounted exotics are closer around 42/58, with exceptions of course.

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