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Originally Posted by P71
Basic physics, air pressure is 14.7 psi and that's what N/A engines run on, if you add an additional 7 psi, that should be 50%. Now granted nothing is perfectly efficient but low-compression engines with low power usually see huge gains from boost (see Ford 2.3 turds and DSM motors). We know what kind of power simple things like exhaust make on even stock port rotaries so I stand by my prediction.
190BHP/210BTQ
So what kind of RWHP/RWTQ should we see at that level? 150/160?
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You have to take intake charge temperature into account, too. The thermal efficiency of Roots blowers doesn't tend to be very good. But I'd be very interested in seeing the results if you do go this route.
Basically, if you're looking for monstrous power, look elsewhere. But the drivability and throttle response are outstanding. It
feels more powerful than it probably is. And it makes such a lovely sound. Yes, I agree, turbos are "better", but supercharged rotaries certainly put a smile on your face. I'll be able to compare the two directly after I build my REPU's new engine.