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Different types of oil pumps are available because the oil volume requirement varies by application. For instance drag racers tend to choose low-volume oil pumps to free up horsepower, while street performance, road race and circle track racers choose high volume oil pumps to maintain adequate oil supply. One consistent requirement is that sufficient lubrication is critical to the proper function and longevity of engine components.