[1995gsx20g]

correct me if i am wrong but..
i feel the need for intakes for older mainly carbureted engines to be close to the exhaust manifolds was mainly due to issues with atomization during a cold motor while warming up.

but i also agree with the fact that intake temps below 20c does not hurt efficiency of the motor under boost because of the fact that the engine is already up to operating temps so even if the air is below 20c the engine will certainly will bring those temps up by the time the fuel is injected, post throttle body.