Originally Posted by s22k
i am no engineer, but it seems like the least expensive fix would be taking out some of the less useful luxury items, reduce weight of the car and maybe put in a turbo to boost performance while keeping the price similar to current model.
Bingo. A twin-turbo V-6, or even a twin-scroll turbo V-6 could easily generate more power AND torque, with a borad distribution of torque, than the competition's V-8s.
However, two questions remain.
Can it be done at the same cost as the current model? I don't see how. I think it would have to be an option, just as Infinity's M can be had with the base 3.5L V-6, or the optional V-8.
Will luxury car buyers opt for a more powerful turbo V-6 over a V-8? I don't know. I'm certainly not part of the demographic that typically shops for an RL or an M35/45 (not old enough or rich enough). My guess is no.
But, who knows? I could be wrong.