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Originally Posted by thebrander
HP = torque x rpm precisely speaking (but I don't think you were trying to be precise, sorry I'm an engineer)
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Here are the exact equations, the one you posted is missing a step:
T = HP * 5252 / RPM
HP = T * RPM / 5252
RPM = HP * 5252 / T
To put it simply:
Torque is the actual power an engine makes, Horsepower is how quickly that power can be applied. Both numbers are ALWAYS the same number at 5252 RPM.