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Joe,

Kinda figured that might be the case, urban legends not based on science are hard to kill.

Torque is a function of maximizing BMEP which also depends on complete A/F ratio mix burning at stoichio. in order to maximize explosive event potential  (torque) at power stroke. I.e. > explosive event = > BMEP = > torque.

HP is a function of torque & RPM. It makes little sense to chase HP in a vintage engine, as this means maximizing RPM to gain HP. Better to chase BMEP & usable torque in usable, pre Red Line RPM range.

See above link to my previous discussion on [i]Chasing Vintage Power[/i] as published in The Sacred Octagon earlier this year.

 

Bill

TC 4926

Odessa, Fl