5 May 2005, 01:08 (Ref:1293311)
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My 2c
A V8 will make more torque than a V10 or V12 of the same capacity due to the area the combustion flame front will hit in relation to piston size, IE larger bore more surface area however due to the heavier rotating mass the revs will be lower.
V10 or V12 of the same capacity has to rev higher to make up for the lack of torque which it can due to a lighter rotating mass IE smaller pistons and rods.
HP = Torque X RPM / 5252
800HP = 233ftlbs X 18000 RPM / 5252 approx
800HP = 280ftlbs X 15000 RPM / 5252 approx
2 different ways to achieve the same result
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