Guess what engine they used in this Maserati 250F replica
The answer might surprise you.
As much as we’re big fans of the cars with which those engines are typically associated, initially we balked— even we have to admit to being a bit underwhelmed. Then we realized that the original 250F likewise used a straight-six engine, which we suspect had a lot to do with the choice (or perhaps lack thereof) here. A lot of thought and careful deliberation must have gone into this decision, we’re sure.
What else could they have used in this build?
Motoring Con Brio 
B M W m20 well no surprice – Motoring con brios passion.. Could have used a 240Z engine… though.
Christer said this on March 26, 2013 at 6:26 pm
Well technically, the E30 is Motoring Con Brio’s passion 😉 The M20 is a fine engine, but we like E30s of all displacements.
motoringconbrio said this on March 26, 2013 at 8:23 pm
Great video .
srajf49 said this on March 26, 2013 at 6:35 pm
Currently in a train station with no headphones. Is there a link to the build so I can imagine how it sounds while I watch it?
Ben Lodsin said this on March 26, 2013 at 6:53 pm
http://www.tipo250.co.uk/
motoringconbrio said this on March 26, 2013 at 8:23 pm
Something looks wrong about its snout shape & proportions… not nearly as elegant as it should be I would suggest. Also, why the cycle-guards too? Neko.
Kuroneko said this on March 26, 2013 at 7:24 pm
The sound is a little underwhelming in my opinion (which in a car like this is half the fun). Maybe they went this route as a placeholder of sorts until a suitable maser six surfaced?
A jag six might be a little more period correct, but still a tough choice.
Chris said this on March 26, 2013 at 7:31 pm
Jag six — good call, Chris.
motoringconbrio said this on March 26, 2013 at 8:24 pm
The M20 is both a small and light engine (compared to most other straight sixes.) I’m just going to guess that’s why it was selected. It looks like it fills up the engine bay pretty well, I’m not sure a DOHC engine like a Jag six could fit. A 240z engine isn’t crossflow, but it would exhaust on the correct side. ref: http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/0/0d/Maserati_250F_engine.jpg
I do like it though, I’d drive the snot out of it.
Cactus said this on March 26, 2013 at 9:26 pm
> A 240z engine isn’t crossflow
An S20 is just that. But, agree a Jag six would make a better sound… Neko.
Kuroneko said this on March 27, 2013 at 1:00 am
There is a rep in Australia with a nissan RB-something or other and its fabulous to see and hear. Ultimately, the latter is all in the tuning and the original specs matter little once you’ve changed cams, induction, manifolds, compression, etc…
gtv27 said this on March 27, 2013 at 1:56 am
As the designer/builder/owner of this car, I can (hopefully) answer a few of the comments raised. The engine (BMW) was selected because of reliabilty and
the fact that dimensionally as well as being the right capacity, was within a few millimetres of the original. Yes, the exhaust is on the wrong side, however, here in the UK, BMW parts are plentiful, affordable, and they work. As for noise, well I’m not too sure which sounds you have listened too, but I am assured by people who race the originals that its pretty close.
And, please remember this is a road car. Jump in start her up and go. sit in traffic, no overheating, open her up, 0-60 MPH 5 secs. The engine is unstressed at around 220BHP. Not big figures I admit, however, she weighs
680KGS, all in. Weight distribution is exactly 50:50 over the axles, so the handling is very neutral and very well balanced. As for Jag engines? great, if you like understeer and a pool of oil on your drive.
andy peace said this on May 10, 2013 at 5:45 pm