i just worried that this will end up like the RX8 i'm having...RX8 is a good car to learn, but after maximizing the limit, i start looking for a more powerful car...
wanted to try a MR car. Lotus is out of my reach, that's why looking for MRS. If 2zz can be found/done easily, then it will be my perfect ride.
FYI, a mildly modded MR-S, ie good suspension kit, member braces, anti roll, exhaust & a 4-1 manifold is enough to give you endless grin.
when it reachs a point you have done (push) enough on 1zz, there is then 2zz (NA) or 1zz turbo
OR supercharged 2zz. the list is endless.
stock; on-wheel 2zz will throw you into 16X whp. with $$$ the NA can throw you into 2XXwhp.
you can work out the maths once you consider the car weight.
most owners who prefer not to do much with the car usually end up not keep with it. if you been addicted to midengined layout, its really hard to move into other platform, unless you are those type who are more addicted to boosts (turbo).
used lotus S1 (rover engine) isnt too expensive; rated [118hp], several owner have upgraded to Elise S2 (toyota engine), even the new Lotus S uses
1zz engine. its quite lively but in the range of the golf & civic type R.
of course there will be a limit in any car once you already max pushing, it goes without saying the limiting factor is the displacement. how max is max can one could go with RX8? they will cay as deep as your pocket allows.
While you cannot discount civics (loads of aftermarket), MX5 (another loads of aftermarket), etc
The good factor for drive enthusiast is always to look out for a buildable good platform. if u understand midship, mid engined layout, the ZZW30 MR-S is one such example.
if your heart is into enjoying it (drive), dont worry about what & how much hp you can gain. it will come. adding Hp is only how deep is your pocket.
