914/6 vs. 914/4 AX Performance, Heated Disscussion Within Options

[Britain Smith]

I know this guy...he is looking to purchase a 914...wants to be really fast on the AX course...and can't decide between an original 6 (or conversion) w/ 2.7L (or some sort of uprated motor) or a Raby (or similar) four cylinder.

Putting the discussion on equal playing grounds, lets say that both chassis are identical, which would be faster on the AX course? This is assuming a well built chassis, with a cage, upgraded suspension, hoosiers (or similar) tires, etc.

For AX purposes, my vote would go for the 4-cylinder car all the way. I have my reasons, but I want to hear yours first...so which is it?

-Britain

[Jake Raby]

QUOTE (Bleyseng @ Nov 16 2005, 07:37 AM)

QUOTE (nebreitling @ Nov 15 2005, 11:01 PM) if i were building an AX-only car it'd be a /4 for the weight break.  look at trekkor's car vs mine (similar level of preparation):  he has undoubtedly more power than i do (that six just flat hauls ass), but he doesn't get on the cam until 6k.  i got torque.   that said, there's always the Fordahl 914-6.... I have watched and raced against the Fordahl six and hhmmm, no contest! Jake would have to make this a personal goal to back someone who could take it to that kind of level.

I already have the car/driver.... He is a member of the board here and has been talking to me for the last year about a certain engine- it would be the largest displacement engine that has ever left my shop for a customer....

If I wasn't so peeved at the 914 world right now I'd probably give him a deal and Git R done!