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Greetings
This is probably a topic that has been aired before
but can anyone offer an opinion as to the differences
between a 2.7 ltr and the earlier 2.5 ltr cars.
The handbook for the 2.7 engine suggests an
improvement in torque but next to nothing in BHP output
plus the extra 30kgs in weight.
There's presumably a range of benefits/disbenefits between
the two sizes of engine/cars?
I'm just curious to find out what they might be before
committing one way or the other.
Regards

 
There's very little to choose from. Arguably no 944 will be likely to be running it's original power anyway, so a 2.5 with a good service would easily be better than a tired 2.7. Valves are dearer on 2.7s, and there is evidence that the last couple of years production rust more than the earlier cars, but then they seem to have a rarity value that adds something to the price.

If it's a series 2 lux you want, then buy the best car regardless of the small upgrade to the engine IMO.
 
I have a 2.7 lux, '89, G. In Guards Red. I haven't driven a 2.5,but can say the 2.7 pulls strong and has plenty torque. I took a few members found Oulton Park in March at RS day and they were very impressed, one of which owns 2 Turbos.
Incidentally I am going to be selling it on early next year, but if you are interested in buying now PM me for more details.

Alan.
 
I had an '83 2.5 for 3 years and have had a 2.7 for 2.

There is more difference in the way an early car (pre 86.5) steers handles and feels, than the speed.

The 2.7 is certainly more torquey than the 2.5 and I know the 2.5 was running pretty well as it went on a dyno.

The 2.5 had done 180K, the 2.7 270K.

The 2.5 was an early square dash car which I think your weight refers to, an oval dash 2.5 would be much closer in weight to the 2.7.

The 2.7 was a response to the 2.5 16 valve S (which had 190bhp but at the cost of torque), and is a 1 year only stop gap, use the bits we have left over, model!

The valves on a 2.7 are stupid money compared to the 2.5, but if the belts etc are up to date that shouldn't be an issue.

Which to buy - Paul is right, buy on condition.

Edit - Alans car is very nice!
 
Greetings once again.
Many thanks for your responses.
270k miles in a 2.7.
V.impressive.
Isn't that the distance from the Earth to the Moon ?
Regards
 
I know what you mean Paul, I have been trying to hold onto it as I don't really want to sell, but I bought a Boxster S in April and now winter is here it pains me to see it sitting outside while the 944 is in the garage.
I have owned and enjoyed her for 5 years, so I suppose you have to move on sometime.

Alan.
 
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