I've been waiting a few month for this short comparison video between the sounds of different 6 cylinder engines. Thank you for releasing this video. 🙏
@@2seep No. I haven’t. And probably never will because R35s are fat boats that became over rated as fuck. Just the the G35’s owned by every 2nd 17 Yo smoking pot Daily and running people over at takeovers.
It’s got a single cylinder head and the angle of the v is about 15 degrees. VR stands for “V-Reihe” which translates to V-inline. So it’s kind of a combination between a v and an inline engine. I believe the firing order is the same as a inline-6 too.
And because of the weird configuration of the cylinder head I believe the intake and exhaust ports are unequal in length, so that adds to the growl in the engine sound.
Sounds boring. Especially in American Cars. And when it comes to JDM. Why is it always the Z fanboys that straight pipe it. Makes it sound worse than a Honda Weedwacker…
Currently own both, in a Golf R32 and a Lexus RX350. My VW VR6 sounds more sporty to me as I hardly hear the exhaust on the Lexus lol. 6cyl inline engines still best though.
If anyone ever listened to the Alfa 2.5 or 3.0litre V6 there would be an overwhelming vote for V6 configuration. Though the VR6 is a well made engine (with really unique pistons) and sounds similar to a 5 cylinder at low rpm. Nice, but not as wicked as a good V6.
When it comes to sound, VR6 was truly a marvel. There are other unique and beautiful sounding engines like Subaru's boxer with unequal headers, Aprilia's V4, Triumph triple, Mustang V8 or Lexus LFA's V10 but VR6 will always have a special place in my heart. This video doesn't do it any justice but i appreciate the effort!
i had a 2000 Jetta VR6 manual i bought in 1999 as first new car. That was the 2nd best engine I've ever owned. It was an rpm beast & could move those 3rd gen VWs quickly.
Best sounding V6 is the Arese Busso Engine from Alfa Romeo. There are man different V6 sounds depending on firing order. All Mitsubishi V6 for example has 1-2-3-4-5-6 which leads to a calm and relaxed but grumbeling V6 sound. Alfa Romeo has high pitched V6 sound, Nissan and Volkswagen V6 sounds great too
Of course the VR wins. I've had 4 in the past. 2 mk3 gti's a swapped mk3 golf and swapped mk2 jetta. You can't beat that ever so sweet growl a VR makes. The bottom end can also handle a good amount of power stock.
The best amount of air (Hg/in) from the VR6 is what makes it sound so good, thanks to Germany's Automotive engineers, the VR5 and VR6 are great engine configurations to fit in my 2003 mitsubishi lancer with enough space for a 2003 Volkswagen 2.3 liter VR5 engine.
They basically sound the same because they have the same firing order and valve setup. Only way to make a real difference is with a different crank. The other stuff is just choices on intakes and exhausts.
Both sound pretty similar to me, plus most of the difference in sound likely comes down to the state of tune of the engine, exhaust setup ect.. not to mention different recording conditions as well Firing/crankshaft interval is what is really important, which is why a flatplane and crossplane V8 sound so different. Both V6, VR6 and also Inline 6 have a crank interval of 60 degrees, so in theory if you could get the exhaust setup and engine specs identical, with the only difference being the layout, I doubt you would be able to hear the difference
Cummins inline 6 cylinder turbo diesel beats them all. Never buy a new vehicle, or a gasoline engine, Cummins 12 valve turbo diesel is always better in every way. 30 mpg, 350hp 720 ftlbs torture. And million mile longevity
@ExalyThor BMW is just fancy talk for paid too much, and think money will fix the horrible engineering problems they put out. Fuck BMW, and everything they have ever made, cheap Poorly made plastic crap
I prefer the V6. Grew up working on cars since I was, quite literally, a toddler. LOVE cars of all kinds, shapes and sizes but I definitely love the V6.
As a proud owner of a Cayenne with the 3.2 vr6 my vote goes for the vr6 And to be honest… even the audi 3.0 v6 tdi (with the right exhaust system) sounds better than the busso
@@haha_you_dead VR6 will do over 1million kilometres+. Only need to change water pump, oil seals, chains, & guides every 0.25million km. Bullet proof with proper maintenance.
This is the one exception to the "there are no dumb questions" rule. This is it,this is the one,the single known dumb question. VR6 is hard to beat sound wise with 6 cyls
I love the Busso's split crank pins. I wish all V6's were made that way. Split pins and offset cylinders for maximum strength, compactness, and ideal inline-6 style sound.
Только двигатели VR6 сделанные ещё по технологиям 90-х годов, сейчас не уступают звуком современным утехомиренным V6 и V8 на разных марках авто. Да именно VR6 тот самый басистый и бархатистый легендарный звук!
vr6 not only looks like hybrid between v6 and l6, it also sounds like something in between
The name is exactly that V for V and R for german in line
@@altergreenhorn "The name VR6 comes from the combination of German words “Verkürzt” and “Reihenmotor” meaning “shortened inline engine”."
I can’t explain it but it’s got that deep noise of the Audi 2.5T 5 cylinder at the lower rpms
It has the firing order of an inline six. That's why it sounds like one
Because that's exactly what it is
The extra rasp of the VR just does it for me.
The V6 is the one that had that extra rasp.
@@jalee6587 deeper tone.
What about porsche’s flat 6, that thing sounds glorious
vr38dett tho
I can not stand the trumpet "rasp" of most v6's lol mainly VQ's. But hey, to each his own, everyone is entitled to their own opinion
that vr6 sounds insane actually
Yes
Im with you bro
#loveit
Vr6 is good for saving space as it's nearly as narrow as an inline but also only slightly longer than a i4 . It has a more compact footprint.
You mean shorter than and inline 4 not longer
@@bloodspartan300 Pretty sure it's longer. Actually, depends on the i4 I suppose
Why use v8 then?
Because you enough room and budget for a v8? @@jyegovan-smith4111
Those vr6 are insanely strong they come with forged pistons from the factory and have massive cylinder walls
VW r32 sound Is Amazing🥵
I've been waiting a few month for this short comparison video between the sounds of different 6 cylinder engines. Thank you for releasing this video. 🙏
Alfa’s v6 is beautiful
Dogshit car brand
@@PKperformanceEU I’ll admit that they’re about as reliable as a banana as a babysitter. But when it works, it’s amazing.
@@ethangoldwyre The Alfa Busso engine is pretty reliable. Pretty thirsty as well unfortunately.
it’s from a bmw, i think a 320i
@@merlana55 ok, but I was talking about Alfa Romeo
VR has a melodic burbling firing order and sounds really nice.
I prefer the VR6 but damn the V6 sounds like Godzilla powering up his breath.
And that is why i love Zs
Ain't alone my guy
It sounds like someone taking a shit in a Coffee can
The undertone is what does that
It's probably a Busso V6
The V6, especially when getting to the high revs, just sounds amazing!
Looks like you never owned a R36
You haven’t heard a proper Wookiee in person, hardly any v6 can match the sound
@@Fathom324 Busso fans got taste
@@Fathom324looks like you’ve never heard the r35 gtr with the fi race exhaust
@@2seep No. I haven’t. And probably never will because R35s are fat boats that became over rated as fuck. Just the the G35’s owned by every 2nd 17 Yo smoking pot Daily and running people over at takeovers.
Vr6 all day every day 😍 and twice on Sunday with some forced induction 🤤
I’m a vr6 fanboy but that v6 sounds sweet
VR6. What a sound
I own a V6 but have had a VR6, the growl that comes from the VR6 is without a doubt a far better sound
It’s got a single cylinder head and the angle of the v is about 15 degrees. VR stands for “V-Reihe” which translates to V-inline. So it’s kind of a combination between a v and an inline engine. I believe the firing order is the same as a inline-6 too.
And because of the weird configuration of the cylinder head I believe the intake and exhaust ports are unequal in length, so that adds to the growl in the engine sound.
@@mklaver31 I have heard that as one of the noise exaggerating things from multiple sources so think your right there
@dannyluciano9188 it's a v angled @ 12-15° which allows it to be a single head
@@mklaver31 because the cylinders are not inline with each other like a normal V6 it's impossible to make them equal.
VW VR6 has the best intake sound out of all 6 cylinders
Bmw r6 better
@@pe-j7814I disagree. Sounds just like any other 6. Vr6 is atleast a bit og
Nah the best is definitely the L28E
@@That260z or a l24
What about the Porsche flat 6 ua-cam.com/users/clipUgkxBuHNn7NSzGwpBFKlsv6-DRbm2U60O3KU
for me, I would definitely recommend the V6. sounds great and smooth
Sounds boring. Especially in American Cars. And when it comes to JDM. Why is it always the Z fanboys that straight pipe it. Makes it sound worse than a Honda Weedwacker…
@@Fathom324Don’t disrespect the Honda weedwacker like that
The best Hondas ever made, were put into yard implements… the best V6 engines?-probably a Buick
Moving through different resonant frequencies as its revs increase makes the V-6 the winner for me.
I think this V6 have an X pipe that's why the pitch is too high.
love busso
Been driving a mk4 jetta vr6 for years now and i still love it definitely going to add a turbo in a few years
Currently own both, in a Golf R32 and a Lexus RX350. My VW VR6 sounds more sporty to me as I hardly hear the exhaust on the Lexus lol.
6cyl inline engines still best though.
If anyone ever listened to the Alfa 2.5 or 3.0litre V6 there would be an overwhelming vote for V6 configuration. Though the VR6 is a well made engine (with really unique pistons) and sounds similar to a 5 cylinder at low rpm. Nice, but not as wicked as a good V6.
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@@Slaktrax sry. A friend has the same pic as you , I thought it was him.
When it comes to sound, VR6 was truly a marvel.
There are other unique and beautiful sounding engines like Subaru's boxer with unequal headers, Aprilia's V4, Triumph triple, Mustang V8 or Lexus LFA's V10 but VR6 will always have a special place in my heart.
This video doesn't do it any justice but i appreciate the effort!
Personally prefer the sound of the VR6 , it's more throaty if that makes any sense
V6を聞いた途端胸が高鳴った。
Motion Blur just PERFECT
never knew how good the vr6 soundin till i got my 03 Gli love love love love it
VR6 for sure👌🏼
Thanks for sharing the sound of VR6🔥
Me when im late at school:
My dad:
i had a 2000 Jetta VR6 manual i bought in 1999 as first new car. That was the 2nd best engine I've ever owned. It was an rpm beast & could move those 3rd gen VWs quickly.
VR6 has a more linear note resonance curve. The V6 get those resonant spikes that sound annoying.
My vr6 has a horrendous spike in volume at 3k becomes super raspy but otherwise its got an amazing tone
I agree. I cant stand v6's with an aftermarket muffler. Personally im a straight 6 guy
Vr6 sounds like an empty can.
the redline of the vr6 is perfect
V6 just sounds so gnarly
Gtr : ok😂
Busso sounds like no other V6 on this planet. VR6 sounds cool and I prefer it's sound to any other V6, apart from Busso.
sound like a j series tbh
Best sounding V6 is the Arese Busso Engine from Alfa Romeo.
There are man different V6 sounds depending on firing order. All Mitsubishi V6 for example has 1-2-3-4-5-6 which leads to a calm and relaxed but grumbeling V6 sound.
Alfa Romeo has high pitched V6 sound, Nissan and Volkswagen V6 sounds great too
except the nissan/infinity VQ
vr6 engines are the best sounding engines ever produced period.
I absolutely cannot fight with that
i5 motors sound better.
@@lanrussell61 nah
@2419ivan it does, and I'll die on this hill before I change my mind
@@lanrussell61 That's just your opinion. One that's wrong, but still your opinion nonetheless.
My vw cc has a vr6 in it, such an awesome car for the price
I’ll admit at redline the vr sounds godly but through the rev range the v6 sounds beastly 💯✊🏽
I’ve just gotta love the extra rasp of the VR6. To be honest, though, a B6 would be my first choice in terms of sound.
V6, but I think a VR6 with a 1-2-3-6-5-4 firing order (alternating between banks) could give it a run for its money.
The vr6 is so unique. It sounds like a 5 cyl at low rpm but higher revs it sounds like a inline 6😮💨
I didn't bother finishing the video.
The VR6 sounds way better. Proper engine sound!
Vr-6
Damn damn damn damn damn damn damn!!!! This is the most cool engine sound omg…
V6 is my fav❤❤❤
There's nothing better than a VR6
VR6 turbo?
They both sound very good but the V6 sounds the best to me.
VR6 all day!
Vr6 got helping hand from gravitional force.
VR6 Chewy all day! Love my R32! Its so different sounding and when it downshifts its sounds amazing.
That inlime 6 sounds so damn good. 🥵
I once owned a VW Sharan VR6. Regularly people would look past my car to see where that great sound was coming from 😂😂😂
Vr6 has one of the best sounds ever
Of course the VR wins. I've had 4 in the past. 2 mk3 gti's a swapped mk3 golf and swapped mk2 jetta.
You can't beat that ever so sweet growl a VR makes. The bottom end can also handle a good amount of power stock.
Mitsubishi Galant V6 2.5.. Peaceful in my garage..healthy daily..I'm happy with it
v6. but also blind test with engine A, B, ... would be fun to watch
I think the vr6 sounds better, especially at low rpm because it has more throat and the tone is deeper compared to the v6.
V6 is like godzilla powering up his laser beam
I love this channel so much ❤❤❤ thank you 😊😊❤❤❤
Love the vr6, and even the vr5
The best amount of air (Hg/in) from the VR6 is what makes it sound so good, thanks to Germany's Automotive engineers, the VR5 and VR6 are great engine configurations to fit in my 2003 mitsubishi lancer with enough space for a 2003 Volkswagen 2.3 liter VR5 engine.
V6 sounds lovely.
They basically sound the same because they have the same firing order and valve setup. Only way to make a real difference is with a different crank. The other stuff is just choices on intakes and exhausts.
close, but V6 for me!
Both sound pretty similar to me, plus most of the difference in sound likely comes down to the state of tune of the engine, exhaust setup ect..
not to mention different recording conditions as well
Firing/crankshaft interval is what is really important, which is why a flatplane and crossplane V8 sound so different. Both V6, VR6 and also Inline 6 have a crank interval of 60 degrees, so in theory if you could get the exhaust setup and engine specs identical, with the only difference being the layout, I doubt you would be able to hear the difference
i6?
Narrow angle, V6.
I have an Atlas VR6 with a wookie pipe. I sometimes drive in manual mode just to hear the high revs. It ain't no R32 but still sounds real nice.
The angry Gorilla scream of a VR6 all day, every day.
the vr is the deffinet awnser for me bc the v6 sounds like a trumpet
Cummins inline 6 cylinder turbo diesel beats them all. Never buy a new vehicle, or a gasoline engine, Cummins 12 valve turbo diesel is always better in every way. 30 mpg, 350hp 720 ftlbs torture. And million mile longevity
BMW M57 has entered the chat.
@ExalyThor BMW is just fancy talk for paid too much, and think money will fix the horrible engineering problems they put out. Fuck BMW, and everything they have ever made, cheap Poorly made plastic crap
I prefer the V6. Grew up working on cars since I was, quite literally, a toddler. LOVE cars of all kinds, shapes and sizes but I definitely love the V6.
V6 all day
As a proud owner of a Cayenne with the 3.2 vr6 my vote goes for the vr6
And to be honest… even the audi 3.0 v6 tdi (with the right exhaust system) sounds better than the busso
Sadly sound is the only thing a vr6 engine has going for it 😌🤣😂🤗
You can squeeze 240hp n/a from the 2.8l over 300 with the 3.2l
Add boost and the bottom end is good for 700hp
You can get that from a k20 NA with some cams and a map or over 300 on a k24 with some bodies..
So what's your point?
@@haha_you_dead VR6 will do over 1million kilometres+. Only need to change water pump, oil seals, chains, & guides every 0.25million km. Bullet proof with proper maintenance.
@@haha_you_dead maybe they can but they sound like shit doing it
🤭😩both of them sounds so good
Vr5 i Vr6 (jest jeszcze W8,W12 i W16 Bugatti) Miód dla uszu👂😍💪
Vr6 is the real poetry
This is the one exception to the "there are no dumb questions" rule. This is it,this is the one,the single known dumb question.
VR6 is hard to beat sound wise with 6 cyls
VR6 is king I got 3.2 vr6 in my Passat and not only I sounds crazy but it’s ultimate slipper
I love the Busso's split crank pins. I wish all V6's were made that way. Split pins and offset cylinders for maximum strength, compactness, and ideal inline-6 style sound.
Hard to beat the Busso V6 it is an amazing engine
am i the only one who loves the V6 sound
They are different sounds, but both are beautiful!!!
Только двигатели VR6 сделанные ещё по технологиям 90-х годов, сейчас не уступают звуком современным утехомиренным V6 и V8 на разных марках авто. Да именно VR6 тот самый басистый и бархатистый легендарный звук!
still miss my gti vr6, damn
The v6 like godzilla atomic breath sound
Vr6 all the way, just has that raspy sound which is epic, the v6 has at least extra half inch exhaust size and sounds naff
The vr6 is like having an inline 6 without the height/weight penalty of an inline 6.
For me is V6 because its cool sound.
Best sounding 6 I ever heard was an old Jaguar XKE, and I've owned ALFA's and BMW's.
That V6 is definitely J35🔥 I have one , so intoxicating
I love the VR, it look like a 4 cylinder.
they both sound good but the VR6 sounds best
V6 sounds like they used a sample from a VQ. It’s that trombone.
I own a vr6 v6 and inline six. I have unequal length headers on the v6 and boy does it sound interesting lol
VR6 sounds smoother. I like.
vr6 sounds pretty nice
VR6 sounds a bit like a Supercar (like a V10).
The vr6 just makes sense when there’s not much space
V6 sound way better. Maybe it’s because I’m Italian and love the busso so much. Just my opinion though, don’t want to start any arguments!
Vr6 sounds amazing starting at 1,500 rpm, the gtr sounds INSANE starting at 5,500 rpm, but otherwise pretty boring up until then.
Believe it or not the v6 sound is from a 2009 Honda Accord with a silly exhaust. I put the gtr hashtag in there because I'm naughty 😁