[77SceptreOB]

Wanted to get some opinions on this subject. Assuming the HP is the same, say 225hp for this discussion. From my practical experiences there seems to be a NOTICABLE difference between the 2 stroke and the 4 stroke when if comes down to low end torque. Given the same boat, with comparable weight and prop sellection, the 2 str. seems to jump on a plane a lot faster than the comp. 4 stroke. The 2 stroke winds up faster also. The 4 strokes seem to respond slower out of the hole but preform equal after about 10 seconds when steady on a plane. I know the 4 strokes weigh more when compared to the 2 stroke, but the powerband/torque curve must be different too, to make such a difference when comparing engines of the same power rating.

is everyone elses experinces similar??