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mike100 · 08-09-2015

I still value the simplicity and lower weight of the OHV engine, but i usually prefer to drive my lt5 or coyote mustang 5.0 over my LS3 car. I think it just has the extended torque delivery if you need a single simple answer of why dohc is best. I think the question really is going to be about all future engines having a turbo charger and electric assist to cope with emissions. The days of a factory 8000 rpm NA screamer may be over.

I'm over in Europe at the moment and had a chance to drive some 50 mpg cars w turbos. Just about everything will be turbo soon if i had to guess.

08-09-2015	#3
mike100 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: San Marcos CA Posts: 1,786	Re: Point/Counterpoint: DOHC v OHV I still value the simplicity and lower weight of the OHV engine, but i usually prefer to drive my lt5 or coyote mustang 5.0 over my LS3 car. I think it just has the extended torque delivery if you need a single simple answer of why dohc is best. I think the question really is going to be about all future engines having a turbo charger and electric assist to cope with emissions. The days of a factory 8000 rpm NA screamer may be over. I'm over in Europe at the moment and had a chance to drive some 50 mpg cars w turbos. Just about everything will be turbo soon if i had to guess. Last edited by mike100; 08-09-2015 at 06:01 AM.