It used to be that an engine’s displacement was a measure of its performance, since the bigger the displacement, typically the more horsepower it packed. Forced induction and electrification changed all that, allowing even small engines to deliver big power. And now, with electric cars like the Tesla Model S Plaid making outputs of over 1,000 hp accessible, performance engines need a new yardstick to stand out. Thankfully, they’ve got one.
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