Is 5000 hp possible in a car?
A Monster V16 Built In The USA Morris, known for record-breaking drag racing engines, took on the challenge of creating a 12. V16 with four turbos strapped to it. On a dyno, the engine reportedly made just over 5,000 horsepower at full tilt, proving at least part of Devel’s claim was possible. Stage 1 Remap Power Gains and Horsepower Increase The exact power gains depend on the vehicle, but typical improvements for turbo engines are roughly +20% to +35% horsepower and +25% to +40% torque.With full bolt ons, fueling modifications, port-fuel injection, an upgraded turbocharger, and a custom tune, you can expect to achieve upwards of 600 horsepower.
How much HP can an N54 make?
From the factory, the N54 makes around 300 to 335 horsepower (depending on the application), and torque ranging from 300 to 370 lb-ft. These numbers make it a popular platform for BMW boys who want to build it to the moon. BMW’s B58 is an icon among engines. Commonly found in the German brand’s performance models, it’s known for being dependable and highly tunable. After being named one of the best engines in the world in 2023, we thought there was no better time to find out what makes it so special.The Reliability of the N54 and N55 Engines In the end, the N55 is the more reliable option due to the refinements and alterations BMW made. It might not have the tuning potential of the N54, or the sound notes, but it’s a workhorse of an engine that seems to have less reliability issues.