I've just done some research on the RX8 motor for prices, weights etc...Apparently a short motor (no bolt on's like A/C, Altenator and manifolds) weighs 107kg (as quoted by mazda), and the weight with bolt on's is about ~120kg according to the internet and the gearbox is 56kg (mazda). Add another 20kg just to be safe and this is still ~20kg less than a S2000 motor and gearbox.
I've been quoted $4,500 for an S2000 motor with ECU + loom, the gearbox would be roughly another $1,500 on top of that. Comparing these prices to the $4,400 I've been quoted for the RX8 motor incl gearbox, loom, ecu, drive shaft and engine test it looks like the RX8 motor is the clear winner here.
I still need to discuss this with my engineer but I am strongly leaning towards the RX8 motor at this stage.
Interesting, I might very soon be the owner of an RX8 power plant! Nice...
Good idea! speak to your engineer!
ReplyDeletein fact, i wouldnt mind swapping an mx5 engine with an RX8 Rotary powerplant!
I've always wondered why Mazda didn't do that from the factory. It would make for one hell of a roadster!
ReplyDeleteThe RX8 while being a very well balanced and quick car really does lack the straight line power that an everyday driver uses!