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Old 12-18-2008, 01:49 AM   #36 (permalink)
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If you have access to the graphs then a better way is to compare the area under the graph between certain rpm points.

For example the area going from 1krpm to 3krpm gives a very good indication of driveability on the road. 5k-8k would show ultimate maximum potential.

I used this to show a comparison of a 200bhp 2.0l honda and 210bhp 1.8 K Series. Even thought the K had ultimate top end power when you start looking at the areas instead you can see quickly why a honde engine prooves to be faster.
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