How does cid make power?

92b said
If you're at a dyno and they are only giving you peak numbers then ask them for a graph of the entire curve. Also have them pull the motor in the rpm range that you want data for. There is no good reason that I can think of to leave the dyno with just peak numbers unless that's all you want.

It's not about peak hp but you do have to overlap two engines with different powerbands to get what's going on especially in a drag race where both would be setup for optimal e.t./mph.
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