Which Engine Would You Choose a V8 or Straight 6? - Page 3

Neil1 · 21st August 2016, 09:55

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Originally Posted by Leyland Worldmaster

I'd choose a Leyland O.680 inline six cylinder naturally aspirated diesel. Loads of torque and in a Leyland Leopard, loads of noise!

Can't beat the sound of that engine, once heard, never forgotten!

As for cars, the BMW "Senior Six" as fitted to the E32 7 Series. That car was my first RWD car and was amazing!

Rather juicy though; probably used more fuel than the O.680!

I just Googled what a Leyland Leopard was?
A bus with a 11.1 litre engine, that's mighty impressive.

I do like the older 7 series, don't see very many around now.

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Originally Posted by Les4048

I used to own a BMW 335d SE, beautiful engine but the rest of the car was unenspiring. My was was remapped to 300bhp and if you floored the throttle at 80mph it would make the traction light flash. I could only get the mid 30's for fuel economy, it was a 2007 model but I'd still have my MG over it any day, that's my personal feelings on it

To me that's a modern car although I did buy a brand new Mini in 1989 but not quite in the same league as BMW 335d.

I have never owned a BMW have driven several, nearly bought one a, 728i, that was some time ago now though, doubt if there are many around.

Ken B · 21st August 2016, 10:18

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Originally Posted by Les4048

I used to own a BMW 335d SE, beautiful engine but the rest of the car was unenspiring. My was was remapped to 300bhp and if you floored the throttle at 80mph it would make the traction light flash. I could only get the mid 30's for fuel economy, it was a 2007 model but I'd still have my MG over it any day, that's my personal feelings on it

Driving the BMW certainly opened my eyes as to how good modern diesels can be. I love my V8 as you do it puts the haires up on the back of my neck every time i fire it up. Been looking around for another recently either a Jag XF R or to start with a S Type R... wont be selling the 260 though..

buckyhill · 21st August 2016, 10:56

Owned a straight six MGC for a couple of years which sealed my fate to the MG brand a great touring car, I now have owned my MGRV8 for 18 years, 3.9 of fuel injected v8 power. Different engines in similar cars with a different driving experience. I'll go for the straight six. No the v8.

aguy · 21st August 2016, 11:03

V8 for sound and shear pleasure.

Straight 6 for economy and ease of maintenance.

BMW made a sweet straight 6. My 528i was a dream to drive but without the lovely character of my '75 V6.

KWIL · 21st August 2016, 11:21

Drove a Pontiac GTO 6.4L V8 in the States in the 60's, Went to Mexico for the day, 500 miles each way

However straight 6 any day, smoothest balanced engine that is made, (V6 is a space compromise). Used to balance a coin on its edge to show how steady they are.

V8 for low down torque, if they were quieter, just do not like the rumble

The Rovering Member · 21st August 2016, 14:58

I had a MK1a 3 litre P5 & my P4 110 has the 2600 straight six with overdrive. Lovely smooth engines & the 110 is surprisingly perky once you're out of first gear, easily cruising at speeds that will earn you a ticket.

Tough choice but the V8's are also lovely & smooth with the addition of that legendary soundtrack too. Best to have one of each.

KRISTLEE · 21st August 2016, 15:29

One day I'll record a sound clip when I'm at work in a ships engine room then you'll know what a proper engine sounds like lol

EDIT: On topic...if we are talking about looks then the engine bay of the 260s looks like a cluster bomb exploded, might sound great but I'd be embarrassed to lift the bonnet to show the V8 underneath lol.

Les4048 · 21st August 2016, 16:10

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Originally Posted by KRISTLEE

One day I'll record a sound clip when I'm at work in a ships engine room then you'll know what a proper engine sounds like lol

EDIT: On topic...if we are talking about looks then the engine bay of the 260s looks like a cluster bomb exploded, might sound great but I'd be embarrassed to lift the bonnet to show the V8 underneath lol.

I think it looks better than a sea of plastic but I'm old school

KRISTLEE · 21st August 2016, 16:14

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Originally Posted by Les4048

I think it looks better than a sea of plastic but I'm old school

Now that does look very nice indeed, most of the photos of them don't look anything near that and appear quite dreary, just goes to show some pride and TLC really does make a huge difference.

Les4048 · 21st August 2016, 17:25

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Originally Posted by KRISTLEE

Now that does look very nice indeed, most of the photos of them don't look anything near that and appear quite dreary, just goes to show some pride and TLC really does make a huge difference.

Thank you for your kind comment Lee, much appreciated

21st August 2016, 11:03	#24
aguy I really should get out more....... Rover 75 Connoisseur SE 2.5 V6 Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: CLEETHORPES Posts: 2,108 Thanks: 833 Thanked 748 Times in 511 Posts	V8 for sound and shear pleasure. Straight 6 for economy and ease of maintenance. BMW made a sweet straight 6. My 528i was a dream to drive but without the lovely character of my '75 V6. __________________ HARRY.

21st August 2016, 11:21	#25
KWIL Precise Rover 75 Tourer 2.5KV6 Connoisseur SE Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Fleet Posts: 2,956 Thanks: 630 Thanked 617 Times in 480 Posts	Drove a Pontiac GTO 6.4L V8 in the States in the 60's, Went to Mexico for the day, 500 miles each way However straight 6 any day, smoothest balanced engine that is made, (V6 is a space compromise). Used to balance a coin on its edge to show how steady they are. V8 for low down torque, if they were quieter, just do not like the rumble Last edited by KWIL; 21st August 2016 at 11:23..

21st August 2016, 14:58	#26
The Rovering Member I really should get out more....... Rover 75 saloon Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: London Posts: 2,962 Thanks: 263 Thanked 538 Times in 431 Posts	I had a MK1a 3 litre P5 & my P4 110 has the 2600 straight six with overdrive. Lovely smooth engines & the 110 is surprisingly perky once you're out of first gear, easily cruising at speeds that will earn you a ticket. Tough choice but the V8's are also lovely & smooth with the addition of that legendary soundtrack too. Best to have one of each. __________________ Reducing the size of my Rover fleet by adding a 75 to it.

21st August 2016, 15:29	#27
KRISTLEE I really should get out more....... None at the moment. Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Hartlepool Posts: 2,067 Thanks: 939 Thanked 384 Times in 294 Posts	One day I'll record a sound clip when I'm at work in a ships engine room then you'll know what a proper engine sounds like lol EDIT: On topic...if we are talking about looks then the engine bay of the 260s looks like a cluster bomb exploded, might sound great but I'd be embarrassed to lift the bonnet to show the V8 underneath lol. __________________ Best Regards, Lee. DONE: HAD A CRAZY IDEA THAT I HAD TO GET RID OF MY MG ZTT DUE TO NOT HAVING A DRIVE AND HAVING TO PARK ON A BUSY STREET WITH A VIEW TO GETTING ANOTHER ONE AT A LATER DATE WHEN I HAVE A DRIVE. ENDED UP REALISING IT REALLY ISN'T PRACTICAL NOT HAVING A CAR TO GET AROUND AND I NOW OWN A VW EOS 3.2 V6 INDIVIDUAL (1 OF 20 REMAINING IN THE UK WITH THAT ENGINE AND TRIM COMBO) EVEN THOUGH I STILL LIVE ON A BUSY ROAD WITHOUT A DRIVE Last edited by KRISTLEE; 21st August 2016 at 15:32..

21st August 2016, 10:56	#23
buckyhill Loves to post mg ztt and mg rv8 and mgtf Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: buckhurst hill Posts: 490 Thanks: 62 Thanked 58 Times in 50 Posts	Owned a straight six MGC for a couple of years which sealed my fate to the MG brand a great touring car, I now have owned my MGRV8 for 18 years, 3.9 of fuel injected v8 power. Different engines in similar cars with a different driving experience. I'll go for the straight six. No the v8.