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The point was that the Coyote wouldn't be even close to the limits with 500whp NA. Ford could easily do it for $2-3k more, but that would put them closer to the emissions line (or over) and reduce fuel economy. Personally, I am happy with an est. 470-475whp in my car. I will eventually get headers and push closer to 500whp, with no fear about reliability. If you are willing to do the work, you can get where you want with the current engine.I don't want a front heavy design with a supercharger on it. I'd prefer not to have turbos either if it could be avoided.
That supercharger (or turbos) either adds a ton of cost to the car. Simpler - reduce costs - keep the price low. That is what I think Ford should be trying to do with the Mustang.
Your aversion to forced induction and DIG is going to put you in an awkward position car shopping in 5 -10 years. .
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