Quote: So using some of you guy's theory any engine 500 hp no matter what the torque "say one is 500 the other 700" they will run the same if every other aspect of the combination is optimized? not trying to argue just trying to understand.
Yes this is right torque is equallized through the rear gear. Say 3.91 for the big block and 4.88 for small block (as an example)
Your Whole argument is correct on paper.
But it isnt in reality. The 500 Hp SB power curve will be smaller then the BB.
Unless both combos are pegged at the start to finish at 500 HP, witch they wont be. The BB with the wider torque/hp curve will be the winner.
Your argument is a theoretical math/physics argument on paper , not a reality argument.
500 + 500 = 1000 on paper.
500 hp BB and 500 hp SB doesnt = the same ET with different torque curves!
Further, in reguards to HP, math and physics being so precise.
Why is it that every stinking website for mph vs weight = xxx amount of HP is so far off from one another by 100 HP or so.
HP is a Calculated number based off of RPM. Both Torque and HP are for real. Torque can be measured, but HP is calculated.
And it can be calculated pretty accurately, But not on a vehical that races down a track with a variable Torque Band width.
For the arguments sake Im on the side of the BB is the winner in this same 500HP senario. Because in reality, the two combos will never be fully optimized to the 500HP
Im on the side of the BB is the winner in this same 500HP senario. Because in reality, the two combos will never be fully optimized to the 500HP 
