For the sake of accuracy the 3.9 V8 is 190bhp and 235ft/lb catalysed. The 3.5 V8 on carbs was 184bhp. More than adequate in a 940Kg car for most people.
I agree. I see no use for unuseable HP.
And the unmistakable burble of the V8 they are very special - just nothing not to like ..
2009 4/4 Henrietta 1999 Indigo Blue +8 2009 4/4 Sport Green prev 1993 Connaught Green +8 prev