I know rookie a** question and i am wearing Nomex.

I use to have a s14 and a s13 sr20det , I like the s14 because it was raw na power and fun to drive , my s13(sr20det ) was fun and fast almost 300hp but drew up a lot of attention on the streets.

I have a LS430 now and looking into a SC 300 or SC400 , I am going for a NA engine set up ,which one can mod better with out the turbo set up, The SC300 or SC400 ? And how do the SC's compare to the 240sx ?? I have never had a chance to drive an SC yet ??

Thanks for any info.

 

Here is an interesting thread that should give you an answer.

https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sc-...s-who-why.html

 

One of the most critical differences between the 240's and SC's is the WEIGHT !! Are you thinking no FI at all though? I think you'll definitely want the sc400 then. You can always add a blower

 

if you're against boost get a 98+ SC4 with the vvti.

 

Superchargers are forced induction...

 

why would someone be against boost?....but the 97+front bumper and side skirts look so much better. i think the 240 still gives you the boy racer look even if you have a lotta power, while the SC gives you that grown up look but can still whoop some @ss if needed.

 

Without boost s14's are Sooooo slowwwww. Used to have a 95 s14. On twistie s14 is a superb handling machine it'll eat heavy powerful cars for breakfast. If you like cruising in luxury 98+ sc400 is the way to go.

 

Yeah two totally different cars, I was going through a similar debate. I was going to pick up a S14 shell and throw a 1j and 5spd at it, but ended up picking up an sc400 for a daily because its a much nicer car and if I want later down the road I can always boost it. The only real advantages I see of the S14 is lightweight, handling and cheap oem parts.

 

Thanks for the replies .
My S14 only had intake , header , exhaust , LSD, Tein Coil overs,Tie rods ,chassis bracing , roll cage, B&M shifter , Ziegan wheels , It was a blast in the canyons (Great road car) , Handled like a champ.
I was looking to do the same with the SC and did not know if i should go with the V8 or the SC300.

Nothing is wrong with a boosted set up just a lot of cash $$$ and tickets.


SC300 with NA mods and suspension i wonder if i will be happy like i was with the S14 ??

 

Thanks , Great Thread.

 

Hello

I know....that's why I asked if he was opposed to ALL forms of FI, or JUST turbo. Either way, the 400 would definitely be the way to go for either preference: NA power or SC'ed.

 

sc400 for no boost.

Expect it to be slower than your S chassis though.

 

an SC with no boost will be slower than a 240

 

^arent 240's high 15's quarter mile?

 

Please do not compare a Lexus SC to a Nissan 240. This thread is FAIL.