Weights of motors

[graemers]

Just to be curious, what's the difference weight wise between a V4 looper '87 and a V6 looper '87. I'm just wondering 'cause I'm trying to decide on going with a V6 Merc, or a V6 OMC. I don't favour either side, I was just looking at a early eighties V6 2.4 merc and wanted to compare that to a V6 OMC (90 degree). Any guys out there know what the weight comparison is? I know the OMC's are beasts, 'cause mine is. I was just wondering if putting two more cylinders on top would really make a weight difference. Thanks for the help

[David]

87 brochure
2.7L Looper V6 = 450 lb
2.6L cross charged V6 = 381 lb
2.4L cross charged V6 = 381 lb
1.8L looper V4 = 365 lb
1.6L cross charged V4 = 301 lb

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[graemers]

Holy crap that's a lot more difference than I would have thought. I really appreciate you looking that up for me. Makes my decisions easier. This time I'll write it down!! Thanks again.:cool:

[graemers]

Maybe I'll stick with the 'ole V4 and do some mods.;)

[graemers]

Went and got myself a 2.4 Blacky. Oh oh. I'll still keep the other for a spare.