luke gtr Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 Boost level and power level is still all controlled by the right foot is what I was saying. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/426428-what-is-too-much-power-for-the-street/page/3/#findComment-6882309 Share on other sites More sharing options...
luke gtr Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 My 26 GTS4 with 280 odd kw is more then enough on the street - to the point were i haven't even touched the high boost setting Mind you its running RWD at current so i take it half easy - and is the first Forced Induction car i have driven so of course it feels quick to me The power im getting used to it.... Hard question to answer but id say even 200kw is more then enough my gtr had 280rwkw, wasnt anywhere near enough.all of it was usable on the street. and I did at times. well, overtaking anyway. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/426428-what-is-too-much-power-for-the-street/page/3/#findComment-6882316 Share on other sites More sharing options...
SiR_RB Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 I'm running 410rwkw on my r32 gtr, still has standard cams and fuel system is maxed out.....don't think I will do anything else to get more power, its stupid fast for a mostly street driven car Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/426428-what-is-too-much-power-for-the-street/page/3/#findComment-6882444 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sinista32 Posted June 8, 2013 Share Posted June 8, 2013 (edited) Varies - but I would say when the driver thinks it's a pain (pig) to drive in traffic. -> unrelated to kws/power <- driver, clutch, gear box, gear ratio's, steering, suspension/set-up, brakes, tyres but to provide some general indication due to the subject 100 to 400. (so I spose that's saying I think over 400 ) Depending on the driver, vehicle and the destinations frequently travelled. Edited June 8, 2013 by Sinista32 Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/426428-what-is-too-much-power-for-the-street/page/3/#findComment-6883509 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZRBE Posted June 8, 2013 Share Posted June 8, 2013 171 @ the wheels in my rb20.. Wouldn't say it's too much power for the street. But the turbo is pretty crappy for street. T04e. Yes, way too big. I know. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/426428-what-is-too-much-power-for-the-street/page/3/#findComment-6883515 Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngryRB Posted June 9, 2013 Share Posted June 9, 2013 I reckon 300kw's is enough for the street, at street speeds its all about the low down torque, to me a VL turbo is/was the ultimate streeter, 3L's of good low down torque off the line with just the sound of the rb whistling thru the streets , riding the clutch for spool ups or frying second gear up a short stretch Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/426428-what-is-too-much-power-for-the-street/page/3/#findComment-6883575 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTRKat Posted June 10, 2013 Share Posted June 10, 2013 ^^ This is how Canberra is starting to look... But as people are saying it's all down to the driver there is no such thing as too much power for the street. I always thought 350kw would be "enough" but it wasn't and as I go higher in power level I still drive mine on street on a regular basis when I have it. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/426428-what-is-too-much-power-for-the-street/page/3/#findComment-6884590 Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBMunkie Posted June 11, 2013 Share Posted June 11, 2013 I can name four 1000hp Supra's running manual boxes that could be driven daily.And a few V8's making 1000hp+ on the street with manuals.Commodore going around with twins on it making 1200 rwhp, and he drives it everywhere no problem.That being said, a turbo'd V8 has more low end than a Supra or Skyline.AWD cars aren't usually modded to big power limits because A: More to Break.And B: Name an AWD car other than a Lambo, or GTR that is capable of producing 1000hp. (Very few I'd assume).The reason most 1000whp cars are RWD is because 99% of sports cars ARE Rear wheel drive.Just throwing it out there.But 500hp is plenty for street bragging rights.And upwards of 1000 hp is a bit ridiculous, only if you go to the drags every week is it worth it, other wise it's mostly a wank factor IMO.I'll just be happy cruising in a 280awkw GTR...LOL.Too scared to break it. :-\ Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/426428-what-is-too-much-power-for-the-street/page/3/#findComment-6886403 Share on other sites More sharing options...
33GTRV Posted June 11, 2013 Share Posted June 11, 2013 Basically, too much power is only just quiet not enough. If you can break something then just back it off a quarter turn, your sweet Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/426428-what-is-too-much-power-for-the-street/page/3/#findComment-6886448 Share on other sites More sharing options...
discoPumpkin Posted June 12, 2013 Share Posted June 12, 2013 All depends on the car.. A 400rwkw Silvia is alot more silly than a 400awkw GTR. yah and how many 400rwkw silvias do u ever c on the road.. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/426428-what-is-too-much-power-for-the-street/page/3/#findComment-6887926 Share on other sites More sharing options...
scotty nm35 Posted June 12, 2013 Share Posted June 12, 2013 I did the fabrication on an auto s15 recently, should have made very close to 400kw. But then the engine blew on the dyno. lol. It's hard for a 2L 4 pot. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/426428-what-is-too-much-power-for-the-street/page/3/#findComment-6888042 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ARTZ Posted June 12, 2013 Share Posted June 12, 2013 Its not easy for a 2.5 6 pot either... Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/426428-what-is-too-much-power-for-the-street/page/3/#findComment-6888162 Share on other sites More sharing options...
discoPumpkin Posted June 12, 2013 Share Posted June 12, 2013 easy for a 3 point Oh bro tho Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/426428-what-is-too-much-power-for-the-street/page/3/#findComment-6888421 Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandomHero83 Posted June 13, 2013 Share Posted June 13, 2013 Too much power is when it puts you into a pole before you can react. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/426428-what-is-too-much-power-for-the-street/page/3/#findComment-6888829 Share on other sites More sharing options...
34GeeTeeTee Posted June 13, 2013 Share Posted June 13, 2013 Too much power is when it puts you into a pole before you can react. No, that is being irresponsible on the street! Nothing to do with power... With some of the drivers on the road these days i am sure there are people in camper vans capable of this! Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/426428-what-is-too-much-power-for-the-street/page/3/#findComment-6888834 Share on other sites More sharing options...
r32-25t Posted June 13, 2013 Share Posted June 13, 2013 I once knew a woman who had a v6 commodore and said it had to much power and traded it for a outlander because it was only a 4 cylinder Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/426428-what-is-too-much-power-for-the-street/page/3/#findComment-6889039 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albus Posted June 13, 2013 Author Share Posted June 13, 2013 A twin turbo commy would be pretty awesome, and unique mainly. But, a GT-T is a RWD, so that would be better to run 1000hp then a GTR AWD? Also, i could imagine modifying a GT-T to a twin turbo would be excellent fun, said no one ever.-.- Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/426428-what-is-too-much-power-for-the-street/page/3/#findComment-6889064 Share on other sites More sharing options...
34GeeTeeTee Posted June 13, 2013 Share Posted June 13, 2013 A twin turbo commy would be pretty awesome, and unique mainly. But, a GT-T is a RWD, so that would be better to run 1000hp then a GTR AWD? Also, i could imagine modifying a GT-T to a twin turbo would be excellent fun, said no one ever.-.- Why would you want a twin turbo GT-T? Well in that case it would be a GT-TT lol...... In saying that it has been done more than once on this forum and was no advantage over the single! I think this thread has been full of opinions and personal beliefs on a question that is really not going to get a correct answer. DO your research and learn what cars can and cant do, the 1000hp number gets thrown around a lot but very few will ever get there in a street car as there is no point! That and the fact that to do it Legally is impossible as far as i am aware! Twin turbo commy would just make a shitty car, expensive! 1 Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/426428-what-is-too-much-power-for-the-street/page/3/#findComment-6889076 Share on other sites More sharing options...
discoPumpkin Posted June 13, 2013 Share Posted June 13, 2013 Its not easy for a 2.5 6 pot either... 34geteetee makes 391rwkw on 28PSI, whereas not only is Scotty's stagea running 4PSI more, but makes 50rwkw less despite running the equivalent turbo and displacement (2.5 6 pot) Sometimes its not about displacement or cylinders, but more so engine design, the RB2.5 motor is certainly capable of huge numbers with head work and a built motor, but once again irrelevant for street use Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/426428-what-is-too-much-power-for-the-street/page/3/#findComment-6889221 Share on other sites More sharing options...
34GeeTeeTee Posted June 13, 2013 Share Posted June 13, 2013 34geteetee makes 391rwkw on 28PSI, whereas not only is Scotty's stagea running 4PSI more, but makes 50rwkw less despite running the equivalent turbo and displacement (2.5 6 pot) Sometimes its not about displacement or cylinders, but more so engine design, the RB2.5 motor is certainly capable of huge numbers with head work and a built motor, but once again irrelevant for street use I don't have a built motor or head work? Actually I don't even have an aftermarket headgasket so u fail to see how they contribute to big numbers? Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/426428-what-is-too-much-power-for-the-street/page/3/#findComment-6889491 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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