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Originally Posted by southlight
Only downside is (and it's a big one): How does BMW make a credible switch to a V6 engine without upsetting BMW fans and owners for abandoning the inline-6 philosophy. Former M CEO Dr. Segler did say that BMW does not subscribe to dogmas, but we're not sure he had this in mind.
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Audi recently did the same thing with the S4. Not only did they go from a V8 to a V6 but they left off the turbos from the classic B5 S4 and bolted a supercharger. Yes, there were moans and groans at first but everyone accepted the present engine and moved on. Especially after seeing that a chip can push it to 400hp.
I think BMW should do what's right for the car and not worry about the critics. Just make the thing fly and embarrass the competition and it will be a hit. I have no doubt that it will be fantastic.