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Originally Posted by canaglia
a flat6 is basically a 180 degrees V engine, I think it's almost impossible to fit one in a lmp-style prototype without big reworking of rear subframes and as consequence suspensions etc... Not to mention that to reach >600hp would be required a turbo flat6 making everything more unrealistic. As far I remember, last prototype using a flat6 was flying lizard riley DP back in 2011
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There's a bit more to it than that. Flat engines have a lower centre of mass, resulting in better balance and handling than V engines. Also there is less vibration.