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Originally Posted by ZX-10R
I know, ancient question but still interesting to hear perspectives. How many turbo cars have you owned and will you go back?
In terms of power potential, there isn't much of an argument. BMW is squeezing 520 rwhp (dyno, not claimed) out of a 3.0 L motor. Most ZL1s don't put down much more (560 on average) with DOUBLE the displacement (granted 24 psi vs 9 psi). McLaren gets 750 rwhp out of a 4.0 L. Quite a few Audi guys get 600+ out of their 2.5L (modded)
Turbo lag isn't the argument it once was, lag is there at lower rpm, but not terrible. Supercharger generates a very linear power curve but also a little boring? Better gas mileage when you're cruising is another advantage.
Please no EV stuff, we know a Plaid will do x in a roll on
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The fastest in the world like top fuel dragsters are supercharged
I however prefer turbos, as they're much more efficient and easy to make big power.
I also typically prefer the turbo power delivery feel, boost per gear, potential... as well for straight line fun and thrills. Turbos are also much more fuel efficient
Superchargers power delivery is more linear what many may consider and "boring". Superchargers essentially have no lag but are prone to heat soak; especially an issue with roots type.
There's also prochargers which deliver power "up-top".
Looking at the Dragy leader boards, cars pulling 60-130mph and 100-150mph in 1-2 sec and still pulling 1G or more at 150 mph+ are mostly turbo cars.
Not the most technical answer but my opinion after owning all types of modded cars and bikes.