Any RS rumours out there?
12-05-2014, 05:39 AM
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Actually, we should. That's a great idea! You leading it (since you have the posting credibility here)...we could all probably build a rocking car on this site, let the post go viral...maybe some gopro track shots, and maybe, just maybe, Audi might react to us for a change....
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12-05-2014, 03:59 PM
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Actually, we should. That's a great idea! You leading it (since you have the posting credibility here)...we could all probably build a rocking car on this site, let the post go viral...maybe some gopro track shots, and maybe, just maybe, Audi might react to us for a change....
I like it!
I like it!
12-05-2014, 05:12 PM
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What a new RS4 should be
1st of all, Audi should realize the Audi 4 series is truly the benchmark for the brand. Yes, they have many models, however, the 4 series is the car that made/allowed Audi to evolve to what it is today, at least from a marketing point of view. It is the car that everyone looks to and is compared to. This my opinion, but I doubt too many will argue.
When we ultimately get a new RS4, it makes sense to me that it should have the twin turbo 4.0 V8. The RS3 will have I think in the 400HP range. The current 3.0 V6 supercharged engine seems to be easily tuned to 400-415HP range, so not enough HP. It would be more cost effective for Audi to use a current engine like the twin Turbo V8, VS developing a new twin turbo for the 3.0 V6. Consider what else is out in the market place, I would like the HP to be in the 500 range with at least 450+ foot pounds of torque. A lot of aluminum and hi tech steel for weight savings. A manual transmission is the only way to go here.
When we ultimately get a new RS4, it makes sense to me that it should have the twin turbo 4.0 V8. The RS3 will have I think in the 400HP range. The current 3.0 V6 supercharged engine seems to be easily tuned to 400-415HP range, so not enough HP. It would be more cost effective for Audi to use a current engine like the twin Turbo V8, VS developing a new twin turbo for the 3.0 V6. Consider what else is out in the market place, I would like the HP to be in the 500 range with at least 450+ foot pounds of torque. A lot of aluminum and hi tech steel for weight savings. A manual transmission is the only way to go here.
12-07-2014, 02:08 PM
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1st of all, Audi should realize the Audi 4 series is truly the benchmark for the brand. Yes, they have many models, however, the 4 series is the car that made/allowed Audi to evolve to what it is today, at least from a marketing point of view. It is the car that everyone looks to and is compared to. This my opinion, but I doubt too many will argue.
When we ultimately get a new RS4, it makes sense to me that it should have the twin turbo 4.0 V8. The RS3 will have I think in the 400HP range. The current 3.0 V6 supercharged engine seems to be easily tuned to 400-415HP range, so not enough HP. It would be more cost effective for Audi to use a current engine like the twin Turbo V8, VS developing a new twin turbo for the 3.0 V6. Consider what else is out in the market place, I would like the HP to be in the 500 range with at least 450+ foot pounds of torque. A lot of aluminum and hi tech steel for weight savings. A manual transmission is the only way to go here.
When we ultimately get a new RS4, it makes sense to me that it should have the twin turbo 4.0 V8. The RS3 will have I think in the 400HP range. The current 3.0 V6 supercharged engine seems to be easily tuned to 400-415HP range, so not enough HP. It would be more cost effective for Audi to use a current engine like the twin Turbo V8, VS developing a new twin turbo for the 3.0 V6. Consider what else is out in the market place, I would like the HP to be in the 500 range with at least 450+ foot pounds of torque. A lot of aluminum and hi tech steel for weight savings. A manual transmission is the only way to go here.
12-08-2014, 02:49 AM
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People compare the S4 to the 335... An RS4, you can bet will be benchmarked (and priced close to) the M3/M4 - and Audi knows this. They also don't want to offer a new RS4 that's slower than the previous one. I expect similar HP and more TQ, compliments of the twin turbo.
That's my take
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12-08-2014, 08:10 AM
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I agree. TT is likely but V8 and MT almost definitely off the radar.
People compare the S4 to the 335... An RS4, you can bet will be benchmarked (and priced close to) the M3/M4 - and Audi knows this. They also don't want to offer a new RS4 that's slower than the previous one. I expect similar HP and more TQ, compliments of the twin turbo.
That's my take
People compare the S4 to the 335... An RS4, you can bet will be benchmarked (and priced close to) the M3/M4 - and Audi knows this. They also don't want to offer a new RS4 that's slower than the previous one. I expect similar HP and more TQ, compliments of the twin turbo.
That's my take
12-08-2014, 03:45 PM
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I'm not sure if I could afford a new one or if Id need to wait to pick up a new one...BUT the possibility of the RS4 is a small part of why Im dragging my feet on an S4 purchase.