I would'nt be surprised.I've had a few slant's,lol. Power was always barely adequate! Steep gears really do help the little /6. Dont get me wrong I love the slant. One of God's best creation's! But I am realistic for power expectation's,and compared to a Ford straight six they are down on power (GASP!!!). Oh yea I didnt dis the slant just stating my observations.