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      11-05-2011, 04:00 PM   #3
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Originally Posted by elp_jc View Post
Better throttle response man, since they're closer to the intake valves. But much more complex and expensive, and typically less fuel efficient. Not worth the minute difference in throttle response IMO. Even Ferraris don't have individual throttle bodies like our M3s (only 2). In fact, no other car has them except NA M engines. I remember reading about another car, but probably an exotic; can't even remember when I read that, or which car. I'd have much preferred not having front strut suspension than individual TBs. Or better brake calipers. Oh well.
But TOTALLY worth the awesome intake noise
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