Torque vs. HP Revisted

[bobcowan]

Originally Posted by AL427SBF

Not withstanding bragging rights, I see no reason to give a damn about HP if you have nailed the torque curve.

I think you're exactly right. The HP figured was originally developed in the late 1700's to sell steam engines to people who were still using horses for work.

Torque is measured, HP is calculated. The Dyno measures the torque of the engine, and then calculates the HP curve at each points.

When you're coming out of turn 3 and heading for the back stretch, do you want torque or HP? A broad flat torque curve will give you excellent power and performance everywhere.