How insane are top-spec Formula Drift Pro1 cars? Dai Yoshihara’s BRZ gives us a little hint at what they’re capable of: to the tune of 1600 horsepower. Now, we all know that in a comp car it doesn’t make sense to run full beans all the time.

But when your “low boost, detuned” version of a car still makes 1000 ponies, it’s pretty damn serious. Larry checks out the build, and gets his first ever ride-along in a pro1 car at Irwindale Speedway. Follow us also on Facebook, Pinterest or Instagram!