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Poll....is 500 hybridv6 vs V8

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Old 08-18-06, 08:47 AM
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Default Poll....is 500 hybridv6 vs V8

which one do people thick would be better for the is to go up against the other brands
a hybrid system like the new ls or a high reving v8

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Old 08-18-06, 09:13 AM
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Better gas mileage, better weight distribution if batteries are in the trunk, and better pick-me-up torque.

If it's similarly priced, I'd go for the hybrid!!!
Old 08-18-06, 11:01 AM
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+1 for the hybrid
Old 08-18-06, 11:47 AM
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Looks like I'm a contrarian but I prefer the V8. I'd rather hear the sweet sounds from an 8 than a 6 when accelerating.
Old 08-18-06, 11:56 AM
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Originally Posted by PhilipMSPT
Better gas mileage, better weight distribution if batteries are in the trunk, and better pick-me-up torque.
And a LOT heavier... Car already weighs too much. No thanks, give me a lightweight V8.
Old 08-18-06, 02:34 PM
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only a homo would rather have an electric car.
Old 08-18-06, 02:51 PM
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1+ for V8.
Fast car don't fly with hybrid.

And.. this is my opinion only... Japanese does not like 5.0 for some reasons, but looking forward if they make it. It will be a gas drinker for sure.

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Old 08-18-06, 03:50 PM
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Originally Posted by sincityIS
only a homo would rather have an electric car.
Personally, I don't get the connection between homos and electric cars.

That having been said, I would prefer the V8 for the sweet music coming from the tail pipes.
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V8 for me for a few reasons...

1) The sound

2) Simpler... Less things to go wrong, proven technology and I have no idea if special concerns need to be addressed when modding a hybrid vehcile. (anyone know?)

3) I'd rather have a slight front bias weight distrubtion and be 300lbs lighter
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Originally Posted by sincityIS
only a homo would rather have an electric car.
Don't tell that to the GS and RX hybrid owners...
Old 08-19-06, 01:00 AM
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Originally Posted by PhilipMSPT
Don't tell that to the GS and RX hybrid owners...
Well, you do know that the RX is a 'girly' car . . .
Old 08-19-06, 11:02 AM
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I think the V6 Hybrid!! Technology Dude!! And look at the GS450h it is a very powerful car indeed
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Originally Posted by ISbb
I think the V6 Hybrid!! Technology Dude!! And look at the GS450h it is a very powerful car indeed
But still slower than the 550i which has a V8
Old 08-19-06, 11:25 AM
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Hybrid is the way of the future. You can change sound with aftermarket installations.
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i'd rather have a good solid lightweight aluminum v8.
Hopefully lexus v8s have room for some extra displacement.


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