The 3.8 is a reasonable engine that gets the job done until you start adding big tires, lift kits, armor, etc which demand more power. At that point it becomes pedestrian at best. It didn't have many bugs or ponies to speak of.13 sept 2014
What is the most reliable V6 engine?
- 1 PRV V6.
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It's quite possible that some lower power 3.8L V6 was produced at some time in the past, probably with side valves. The current ball park for modern production engine performance is around 90 bhp/L (340 bhp 3.8 L) for normally aspirated and 125 bhp/L (475 bhp 3.8L) for turbocharged.
Power is up to 240 hp (180 kW) and 280 lb·ft (380 N·m) of torque. Final drive ratios are reduced in most applications, for better fuel economy and more use of the engine's torque in the low range. The engine was built in Flint, Michigan.17 jun 2012
How much horsepower does a 3.8 supercharged have?
The supercharged 3800 Series III, found in the Grand Prix GT or GTP (depending on model year), unleashed 260 horsepower. The 3800 and 3800 SC Supercharged engines offered 230 foot-pounds of torque at 4,000 RPM and 380 foot-pounds of torque at 5,200 RPM, respectively.