Power to Weight Ratio Calculator

Free calculate horsepower per pound ratio for vehicles. assess acceleration potential and performance characteristics.

Input Parameters

HP

Include vehicle, driver, and fuel weight

Results

Enter horsepower and weight to calculate

Power to Weight Ratio

Formula

P/W = HP / Weight (lb)

Where:

  • • P/W = power-to-weight ratio (HP/lb)
  • • HP = horsepower
  • • Weight in pounds

Performance Categories

  • • Economy: 0.05-0.07 HP/lb
  • • Performance: 0.07-0.09 HP/lb
  • • Sports: 0.09-0.15 HP/lb
  • • Supercar: 0.15+ HP/lb

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