Horsepower is horsepower?
If that theory is true (in real circumstances), then a 385hp 6.7L Cummins diesel shouldn't spank a 381hp Toyota Tundra when both are tested 0-60 towing a 5740# boat. But it did. Must be the adva...
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Hybridhunter wrote:
Well some mathematicians are right, but missing the point.
Using my "300hp" truck as an example. It just so happens tha HP peak is at 6500 Rpm's. In 2n gear, that equals 65 mph. Perfect for climbing the steepest interstate grade right? In theory, yes. In practice its a noisy experience. I find if I ignore the noise, I can maintain 65 up just about any highway grade. Practically speaking, I would prefer a gear like the rams 8spd has for 3rd. So ideal gearing, is perhaps not always ideal. And an 8 speed while towing is a trump card.
6500rpm? Good grief! What are you towing with? I'm perfectly fine with 3800-4200~rpm for the grades but 6500 is well above my listening comfort zone. 6500rpm is 65mph in 2nd gear? My '05 Hemi Ram with auto/3.73 ran 4400~rpm in 2nd at 65mph. Pulled like a diesel. Sounded like an animal!
