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Lexus has a marvelous coupe on its hands, and the possibilities for it are endless.
One of the directions that can be undertaken by the brand with the all-new LC is developing a performance version under the guidance of the F division.
We are referring to the sub-brand that has developed cars like the IS F, GS F, RC F, and LFA. The same unit, led by chief engineer Yukihiko Yaguchi, has the resources to make a performance version of the LC, but the question on everyone’s mind is the configuration of the engine.
It is evident that Lexus will not turn the LC500h into a performance model, so it will have to employ the V8 engine of the LC500. However, in its top form, the 5.0-liter V8 engine develops 467 HP on the GS F. That level of power is considered by some to be insufficient when compared to the direct rivals of these models, so the LC could bring a change of paradigm for Lexus F.
The LC F could become the first F model from Lexus that integrates a turbocharged engine. Since the hybrid system will not be employed to boost performance, the company might have to address the issue of power with a twin-turbo solution.
While the “father” of the RC F considers turbo engines less fun than naturally aspirated units, his previous interviews have not revealed an opposition to turbochargers.
Instead, Yaguchi has stated that he preferred NA units over turbos for their throttle response and their torque curve, but he admitted that turbocharged engines provide better performance than conventional units.
We would like to note that even Ferrari has begun to ditch naturally aspirated engines for turbocharged units, so there are solutions to the problem of throttle response for this category of powerplant.
The earliest launch date for the potential Lexus LC F would be the year 2019, but that will only happen if the bosses of the company will consider that there is a business case for this model.
It is worth noting that this car might not stand a chance against the Mercedes-AMG S63 Coupe, but it could be an option for those interested in the upcoming Mercedes-AMG E63 Coupe.
We are referring to the sub-brand that has developed cars like the IS F, GS F, RC F, and LFA. The same unit, led by chief engineer Yukihiko Yaguchi, has the resources to make a performance version of the LC, but the question on everyone’s mind is the configuration of the engine.
It is evident that Lexus will not turn the LC500h into a performance model, so it will have to employ the V8 engine of the LC500. However, in its top form, the 5.0-liter V8 engine develops 467 HP on the GS F. That level of power is considered by some to be insufficient when compared to the direct rivals of these models, so the LC could bring a change of paradigm for Lexus F.
The LC F could become the first F model from Lexus that integrates a turbocharged engine. Since the hybrid system will not be employed to boost performance, the company might have to address the issue of power with a twin-turbo solution.
While the “father” of the RC F considers turbo engines less fun than naturally aspirated units, his previous interviews have not revealed an opposition to turbochargers.
Instead, Yaguchi has stated that he preferred NA units over turbos for their throttle response and their torque curve, but he admitted that turbocharged engines provide better performance than conventional units.
We would like to note that even Ferrari has begun to ditch naturally aspirated engines for turbocharged units, so there are solutions to the problem of throttle response for this category of powerplant.
The earliest launch date for the potential Lexus LC F would be the year 2019, but that will only happen if the bosses of the company will consider that there is a business case for this model.
It is worth noting that this car might not stand a chance against the Mercedes-AMG S63 Coupe, but it could be an option for those interested in the upcoming Mercedes-AMG E63 Coupe.
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